1973 Opel Kadett vs. 1963 Singer Vogue II
To start off, 1973 Opel Kadett is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Singer Vogue II. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Singer Vogue II would be higher. At 1,592 cc (4 cylinders), 1963 Singer Vogue II is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1963 Singer Vogue II (57 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1973 Opel Kadett. (51 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1963 Singer Vogue II should accelerate faster than 1973 Opel Kadett. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1963 Singer Vogue II weights approximately 302 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, 1963 Singer Vogue II (118 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 38 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Opel Kadett. (80 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1963 Singer Vogue II will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Opel Kadett.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Opel Kadett | 1963 Singer Vogue II | |
| Make | Opel | Singer |
| Model | Kadett | Vogue II |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1963 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1196 cc | 1592 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 57 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 80 Nm | 118 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 81.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 61 mm | 76.2 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 790 kg | 1092 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 4200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2570 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 47 L |
