1971 Opel Kadett vs. 1967 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia
To start off, 1971 Opel Kadett is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia would be higher. At 1,493 cc (4 cylinders), 1967 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Opel Kadett (59 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 1967 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia. (43 HP @ 4100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 Opel Kadett should accelerate faster than 1967 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia weights approximately 90 kg more than 1971 Opel Kadett.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1967 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia (102 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Opel Kadett. (88 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1967 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Opel Kadett.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Opel Kadett | 1967 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia | |
| Make | Opel | Volkswagen |
| Model | Kadett | Karmann-Ghia |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1967 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1196 cc | 1493 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 43 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Torque | 88 Nm | 102 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 85.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 61 mm | 69 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 7.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 760 kg | 850 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 4200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2430 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 40 L |
