1974 Opel Kadett vs. 1984 Subaru Leone
To start off, 1984 Subaru Leone is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Opel Kadett. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Opel Kadett would be higher. At 1,298 cc (4 cylinders), 1984 Subaru Leone is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Subaru Leone (67 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1974 Opel Kadett. (47 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1984 Subaru Leone should accelerate faster than 1974 Opel Kadett. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Subaru Leone weights approximately 30 kg more than 1974 Opel Kadett. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1974 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 1974 Opel Kadett. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1984 Subaru Leone, 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, 1984 Subaru Leone (100 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Opel Kadett. (71 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1984 Subaru Leone will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Opel Kadett.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Opel Kadett | 1984 Subaru Leone | |
| Make | Opel | Subaru |
| Model | Kadett | Leone |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 991 cc | 1298 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 47 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 71 Nm | 100 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 790 kg | 820 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3900 mm | 3870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2390 mm |
