1975 Opel Kadett vs. 1961 Skoda Octavia
To start off, 1975 Opel Kadett is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Skoda Octavia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Skoda Octavia would be higher. At 1,221 cc (4 cylinders), 1961 Skoda Octavia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Opel Kadett (51 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1961 Skoda Octavia. (44 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1975 Opel Kadett should accelerate faster than 1961 Skoda Octavia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 Skoda Octavia weights approximately 180 kg more than 1975 Opel Kadett.
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, 1961 Skoda Octavia (82 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Opel Kadett. (80 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1961 Skoda Octavia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Opel Kadett.
Compare all specifications:
1975 Opel Kadett | 1961 Skoda Octavia | |
Make | Opel | Skoda |
Model | Kadett | Octavia |
Year Released | 1975 | 1961 |
Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1196 cc | 1221 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 51 HP | 44 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 80 Nm | 82 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 72.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 61 mm | 75 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 790 kg | 970 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 4070 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1610 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2400 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 30 L |