1971 Opel Kadett vs. 1981 Talbot 1510
To start off, 1981 Talbot 1510 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Opel Kadett. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Opel Kadett would be higher. At 1,294 cc (4 cylinders), 1981 Talbot 1510 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Talbot 1510 (63 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1971 Opel Kadett. (59 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1981 Talbot 1510 should accelerate faster than 1971 Opel Kadett. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Talbot 1510 weights approximately 290 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.
Because 1971 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 1971 Opel Kadett. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1981 Talbot 1510, 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, 1981 Talbot 1510 (108 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Opel Kadett. (88 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1981 Talbot 1510 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Opel Kadett.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Opel Kadett | 1981 Talbot 1510 | |
| Make | Opel | Talbot |
| Model | Kadett | 1510 |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1196 cc | 1294 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 63 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 88 Nm | 108 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 76.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 61 mm | 70 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 760 kg | 1050 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2610 mm |
