1971 Opel Kadett vs. 2010 BMW 116
To start off, 2010 BMW 116 is newer by 39 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 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 BMW 116 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 BMW 116 (121 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 1971 Opel Kadett. (59 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 BMW 116 should accelerate faster than 1971 Opel Kadett. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 BMW 116 weights approximately 580 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, 2010 BMW 116 (185 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 97 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Opel Kadett. (88 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2010 BMW 116 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Opel Kadett.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Opel Kadett | 2010 BMW 116 | |
| Make | Opel | BMW |
| Model | Kadett | 116 |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1196 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 121 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 88 Nm | 185 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 760 kg | 1340 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 4239 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1748 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1421 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 51 L |
