1972 Opel Kadett vs. 1977 Triumph Spitfire
To start off, 1977 Triumph Spitfire is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Opel Kadett. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Opel Kadett would be higher. At 1,492 cc (4 cylinders), 1977 Triumph Spitfire is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Triumph Spitfire (56 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1972 Opel Kadett. (48 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1977 Triumph Spitfire should accelerate faster than 1972 Opel Kadett. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Triumph Spitfire weights approximately 55 kg more than 1972 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, 1977 Triumph Spitfire (100 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Opel Kadett. (71 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 1977 Triumph Spitfire will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Opel Kadett.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Opel Kadett | 1977 Triumph Spitfire | |
| Make | Opel | Triumph |
| Model | Kadett | Spitfire |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1977 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1078 cc | 1492 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 48 HP | 56 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 71 Nm | 100 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 760 kg | 815 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 3790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1450 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1210 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2110 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 33 L |
