1975 Audi 50 vs. 1968 Opel Kadett
To start off, 1975 Audi 50 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Opel Kadett. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Opel Kadett would be higher. At 1,091 cc (4 cylinders), 1975 Audi 50 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Audi 50 (49 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1968 Opel Kadett. (44 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1975 Audi 50 should accelerate faster than 1968 Opel Kadett. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Opel Kadett weights approximately 70 kg more than 1975 Audi 50.
Because 1968 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 1968 Opel Kadett. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1975 Audi 50, 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, 1975 Audi 50 (77 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Opel Kadett. (76 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1975 Audi 50 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Opel Kadett.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Audi 50 | 1968 Opel Kadett | |
| Make | Audi | Opel |
| Model | 50 | Kadett |
| Year Released | 1975 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1091 cc | 1078 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 77 Nm | 76 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | 4-speed manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 685 kg | 755 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3510 mm | 4190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1580 mm |
