1971 Opel Kadett vs. 1969 Rover 2000
To start off, 1971 Opel Kadett is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Rover 2000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Rover 2000 would be higher. At 1,976 cc (4 cylinders), 1969 Rover 2000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Rover 2000 (106 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 1971 Opel Kadett. (59 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1969 Rover 2000 should accelerate faster than 1971 Opel Kadett. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Rover 2000 weights approximately 535 kg more than 1971 Opel Kadett. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1969 Rover 2000 (172 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 84 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Opel Kadett. (88 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1969 Rover 2000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Opel Kadett.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Opel Kadett | 1969 Rover 2000 | |
| Make | Opel | Rover |
| Model | Kadett | 2000 |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1196 cc | 1976 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 88 Nm | 172 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 85.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 61 mm | 85.7 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 760 kg | 1295 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2640 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 54 L |
