1971 Opel Kadett vs. 2013 Infiniti M
To start off, 2013 Infiniti M is newer by 42 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 3,696 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Infiniti M is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Infiniti M (298 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 254 more horse power than 1971 Opel Kadett. (44 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Infiniti M should accelerate faster than 1971 Opel Kadett. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Infiniti M weights approximately 1060 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 2013 Infiniti M is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1971 Opel Kadett. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Infiniti M 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, 2013 Infiniti M (350 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 276 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Opel Kadett. (74 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2013 Infiniti M will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Opel Kadett.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Opel Kadett | 2013 Infiniti M | |
| Make | Opel | Infiniti |
| Model | Kadett | M |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1077 cc | 3696 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 298 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 74 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 755 kg | 1815 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 4945 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1845 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1515 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2900 mm |
