1971 Opel Kadett vs. 1971 Subaru R-2
To start off, both 1971 Opel Kadett and 1971 Subaru R-2 were released in the same year (1971). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,077 cc (4 cylinders), 1971 Opel Kadett is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Opel Kadett (44 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1971 Subaru R-2. (27 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 Opel Kadett should accelerate faster than 1971 Subaru R-2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Opel Kadett weights approximately 295 kg more than 1971 Subaru R-2. 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, 1971 Opel Kadett (74 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Subaru R-2. (40 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1971 Opel Kadett will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Subaru R-2.
Compare all specifications:
1971 Opel Kadett | 1971 Subaru R-2 | |
Make | Opel | Subaru |
Model | Kadett | R-2 |
Year Released | 1971 | 1971 |
Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 1077 cc | 356 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 44 HP | 27 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 74 Nm | 40 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 755 kg | 460 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 3000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1300 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 1930 mm |