1975 Opel Kadett vs. 1965 Peugeot 204
To start off, 1975 Opel Kadett is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Peugeot 204. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Peugeot 204 would be higher. At 1,255 cc (4 cylinders), 1965 Peugeot 204 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Opel Kadett (51 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1965 Peugeot 204. (44 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1975 Opel Kadett should accelerate faster than 1965 Peugeot 204. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1965 Peugeot 204 weights approximately 100 kg more than 1975 Opel Kadett.
Because 1975 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 1975 Opel Kadett. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1965 Peugeot 204, 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 Opel Kadett (80 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Peugeot 204. (72 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1975 Opel Kadett will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Peugeot 204.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Opel Kadett | 1965 Peugeot 204 | |
| Make | Opel | Peugeot |
| Model | Kadett | 204 |
| Year Released | 1975 | 1965 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1196 cc | 1255 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 80 Nm | 72 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 61 mm | 71 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 790 kg | 890 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 3980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2600 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 42 L |
