1972 Honda Civic vs. 1976 Opel Kadett
To start off, 1976 Opel Kadett is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Honda Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Honda Civic would be higher. At 1,194 cc (4 cylinders), 1976 Opel Kadett is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Honda Civic (53 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1976 Opel Kadett. (51 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 1976 Opel Kadett. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Opel Kadett weights approximately 112 kg more than 1972 Honda Civic.
Because 1976 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 1976 Opel Kadett. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1972 Honda Civic, 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, 1976 Opel Kadett (80 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Honda Civic. (79 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1976 Opel Kadett will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Honda Civic | 1976 Opel Kadett | |
Make | Honda | Opel |
Model | Civic | Kadett |
Year Released | 1972 | 1976 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1169 cc | 1194 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 53 HP | 51 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 79 Nm | 80 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 678 kg | 790 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3570 mm | 4140 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1590 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1290 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2410 mm |