1971 Opel Kadett vs. 1999 Honda Today
To start off, 1999 Honda Today is newer by 28 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 1,077 cc (4 cylinders), 1971 Opel Kadett is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Honda Today (47 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1971 Opel Kadett. (44 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Honda Today should accelerate faster than 1971 Opel Kadett. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Opel Kadett weights approximately 45 kg more than 1999 Honda Today.
Because 1999 Honda Today is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1971 Opel Kadett. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Honda Today will offer significantly more control. 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 17 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Honda Today. (57 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1971 Opel Kadett will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Honda Today. 1999 Honda Today has automatic transmission and 1971 Opel Kadett has manual transmission. 1971 Opel Kadett will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1999 Honda Today will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1971 Opel Kadett | 1999 Honda Today | |
Make | Opel | Honda |
Model | Kadett | Today |
Year Released | 1971 | 1999 |
Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1077 cc | 656 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 44 HP | 47 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 74 Nm | 57 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 755 kg | 710 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 3300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1400 mm |