1973 Opel Kadett vs. 1996 Seat Toledo
To start off, 1996 Seat Toledo is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Opel Kadett. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Opel Kadett would be higher. At 1,984 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Seat Toledo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Seat Toledo (148 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 97 more horse power than 1973 Opel Kadett. (51 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Seat Toledo should accelerate faster than 1973 Opel Kadett. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Seat Toledo weights approximately 355 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.
Because 1973 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 1973 Opel Kadett. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Seat Toledo, 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, 1996 Seat Toledo (181 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 101 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Opel Kadett. (80 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1996 Seat Toledo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Opel Kadett.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Opel Kadett | 1996 Seat Toledo | |
| Make | Opel | Seat |
| Model | Kadett | Toledo |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1996 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1196 cc | 1984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 80 Nm | 181 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 82.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 61 mm | 92.8 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 795 kg | 1150 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3900 mm | 4330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2480 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 45 L |
