1974 Opel Kadett vs. 1964 Simca 1000
To start off, 1974 Opel Kadett is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Simca 1000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Simca 1000 would be higher. At 991 cc (4 cylinders), 1974 Opel Kadett is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Opel Kadett (47 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1964 Simca 1000. (43 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1974 Opel Kadett should accelerate faster than 1964 Simca 1000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1964 Simca 1000 weights approximately 10 kg more than 1974 Opel Kadett.
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, 1974 Opel Kadett (71 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Simca 1000. (64 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1974 Opel Kadett will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Simca 1000.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Opel Kadett | 1964 Simca 1000 | |
| Make | Opel | Simca |
| Model | Kadett | 1000 |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1964 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 991 cc | 844 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 47 HP | 43 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 71 Nm | 64 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 790 kg | 800 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3900 mm | 3810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2230 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 60 L |
