1973 Opel Kadett vs. 1964 Seat 600
To start off, 1973 Opel Kadett is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Seat 600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Seat 600 would be higher. At 1,196 cc (4 cylinders), 1973 Opel Kadett is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Opel Kadett (51 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 1964 Seat 600. (24 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Opel Kadett should accelerate faster than 1964 Seat 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Opel Kadett weights approximately 220 kg more than 1964 Seat 600. 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, 1973 Opel Kadett (80 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Seat 600. (47 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1973 Opel Kadett will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Seat 600.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Opel Kadett | 1964 Seat 600 | |
| Make | Opel | Seat |
| Model | Kadett | 600 |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1964 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1196 cc | 767 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 24 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 80 Nm | 47 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 795 kg | 575 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3900 mm | 3300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1390 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2010 mm |
