1975 Dodge Aspen vs. 1967 Opel Kadett
To start off, 1975 Dodge Aspen is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Opel Kadett. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Opel Kadett would be higher. At 5,898 cc (8 cylinders), 1975 Dodge Aspen is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Dodge Aspen (173 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 129 more horse power than 1967 Opel Kadett. (44 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1975 Dodge Aspen should accelerate faster than 1967 Opel Kadett. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Dodge Aspen weights approximately 820 kg more than 1967 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 Dodge Aspen (380 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 304 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Opel Kadett. (76 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1975 Dodge Aspen will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Opel Kadett.
Compare all specifications:
1975 Dodge Aspen | 1967 Opel Kadett | |
Make | Dodge | Opel |
Model | Aspen | Kadett |
Year Released | 1975 | 1967 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5898 cc | 1077 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 173 HP | 44 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 380 Nm | 76 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1575 kg | 755 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5020 mm | 4190 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1580 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2420 mm |