1975 Alfa Romeo Junior vs. 1964 Opel Kadett
To start off, 1975 Alfa Romeo Junior is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Opel Kadett. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Opel Kadett would be higher. At 1,568 cc (4 cylinders), 1975 Alfa Romeo Junior is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Alfa Romeo Junior (108 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 1964 Opel Kadett. (47 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1975 Alfa Romeo Junior should accelerate faster than 1964 Opel Kadett. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Alfa Romeo Junior weights approximately 330 kg more than 1964 Opel Kadett. 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, 1975 Alfa Romeo Junior (140 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Opel Kadett. (70 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1975 Alfa Romeo Junior will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Opel Kadett.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Alfa Romeo Junior | 1964 Opel Kadett | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Opel |
| Model | Junior | Kadett |
| Year Released | 1975 | 1964 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1568 cc | 991 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 47 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 140 Nm | 70 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 61 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 700 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3910 mm | 3930 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2330 mm |
