1975 Opel Kadett vs. 2001 Mazda Laputa
To start off, 2001 Mazda Laputa is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Opel Kadett. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Opel Kadett would be higher. At 1,196 cc (4 cylinders), 1975 Opel Kadett is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Mazda Laputa (52 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1975 Opel Kadett. (51 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Mazda Laputa should accelerate faster than 1975 Opel Kadett. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Opel Kadett weights approximately 70 kg more than 2001 Mazda Laputa.
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, 2001 Mazda Laputa, 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 (81 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Mazda Laputa. (63 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1975 Opel Kadett will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Mazda Laputa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Opel Kadett | 2001 Mazda Laputa | |
| Make | Opel | Mazda |
| Model | Kadett | Laputa |
| Year Released | 1975 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1196 cc | 658 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 52 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 81 Nm | 63 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 68 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 61 mm | 60.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 820 kg | 750 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 3400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2370 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 30 L |
