1973 Opel Kadett vs. 1957 Talbot Lago America
To start off, 1973 Opel Kadett is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Talbot Lago America. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Talbot Lago America would be higher. At 2,476 cc (8 cylinders), 1957 Talbot Lago America is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1957 Talbot Lago America (106 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 1973 Opel Kadett. (51 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1957 Talbot Lago America should accelerate faster than 1973 Opel Kadett. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 Talbot Lago America weights approximately 210 kg more than 1973 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, 1957 Talbot Lago America (212 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 132 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Opel Kadett. (80 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1957 Talbot Lago America will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Opel Kadett.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Opel Kadett | 1957 Talbot Lago America | |
| Make | Opel | Talbot |
| Model | Kadett | Lago America |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1957 |
| Engine Size | 1196 cc | 2476 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 80 Nm | 212 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 790 kg | 1000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 4210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2510 mm |
