1971 Opel Kadett vs. 2012 Seat Exeo
To start off, 2012 Seat Exeo is newer by 41 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 1,984 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Seat Exeo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Seat Exeo (197 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 138 more horse power than 1971 Opel Kadett. (59 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Seat Exeo should accelerate faster than 1971 Opel Kadett. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Seat Exeo weights approximately 640 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, 2012 Seat Exeo, 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, 2012 Seat Exeo (280 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 192 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Opel Kadett. (88 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2012 Seat Exeo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Opel Kadett.
Compare all specifications:
1971 Opel Kadett | 2012 Seat Exeo | |
Make | Opel | Seat |
Model | Kadett | Exeo |
Year Released | 1971 | 2012 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1196 cc | 1984 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 59 HP | 197 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 88 Nm | 280 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 760 kg | 1400 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 4661 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1772 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2642 mm |