1973 Opel Kadett vs. 2001 Toyota Yaris
To start off, 2001 Toyota Yaris is newer by 28 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 1,196 cc (4 cylinders), 1973 Opel Kadett is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Toyota Yaris (66 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1973 Opel Kadett. (51 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Toyota Yaris should accelerate faster than 1973 Opel Kadett. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Toyota Yaris weights approximately 35 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, 2001 Toyota Yaris, 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, 2001 Toyota Yaris (94 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Opel Kadett. (80 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2001 Toyota Yaris will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Opel Kadett.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Opel Kadett | 2001 Toyota Yaris | |
| Make | Opel | Toyota |
| Model | Kadett | Yaris |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1196 cc | 998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 66 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 80 Nm | 94 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 69 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 61 mm | 66.7 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 | 830 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3900 mm | 3650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 45 L |
