1971 Audi 100 vs. 1968 Opel Kadett
To start off, 1971 Audi 100 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Opel Kadett. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Opel Kadett would be higher. At 1,871 cc (4 cylinders), 1971 Audi 100 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Audi 100 (109 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 1968 Opel Kadett. (44 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 Audi 100 should accelerate faster than 1968 Opel Kadett. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Audi 100 weights approximately 295 kg more than 1968 Opel Kadett. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1968 Opel Kadett is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1968 Opel Kadett. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1971 Audi 100, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1971 Audi 100 (161 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 85 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Opel Kadett. (76 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1971 Audi 100 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Opel Kadett.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Audi 100 | 1968 Opel Kadett | |
| Make | Audi | Opel |
| Model | 100 | Kadett |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1871 cc | 1078 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 109 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 161 Nm | 76 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 755 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2420 mm |
