1975 Mazda 818 vs. 1965 Opel Kadett
To start off, 1975 Mazda 818 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Opel Kadett. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Opel Kadett would be higher. At 1,272 cc (4 cylinders), 1975 Mazda 818 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Mazda 818 (68 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 1965 Opel Kadett. (47 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1975 Mazda 818 should accelerate faster than 1965 Opel Kadett. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Mazda 818 weights approximately 180 kg more than 1965 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 Mazda 818 (92 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Opel Kadett. (71 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1975 Mazda 818 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Opel Kadett.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Mazda 818 | 1965 Opel Kadett | |
| Make | Mazda | Opel |
| Model | 818 | Kadett |
| Year Released | 1975 | 1965 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1272 cc | 993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 68 HP | 47 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 92 Nm | 71 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 880 kg | 700 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4080 mm | 3930 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2320 mm | 2330 mm |
