1975 Honda Civic vs. 1974 Opel Kadett
To start off, 1975 Honda Civic is newer by 1 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 1,169 cc (4 cylinders), 1975 Honda Civic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Honda Civic (53 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1974 Opel Kadett. (47 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1975 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 1974 Opel Kadett. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Opel Kadett weights approximately 115 kg more than 1975 Honda Civic.
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, 1975 Honda Civic, 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 Honda Civic (80 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Opel Kadett. (71 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1975 Honda Civic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Opel Kadett.
Compare all specifications:
1975 Honda Civic | 1974 Opel Kadett | |
Make | Honda | Opel |
Model | Civic | Kadett |
Year Released | 1975 | 1974 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1169 cc | 991 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 53 HP | 47 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 80 Nm | 71 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 675 kg | 790 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3570 mm | 3900 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1590 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1320 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2640 mm |