1976 Lancia Gamma vs. 1965 Opel Kadett
To start off, 1976 Lancia Gamma is newer by 11 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 1,999 cc (4 cylinders), 1976 Lancia Gamma is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Lancia Gamma (115 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 68 more horse power than 1965 Opel Kadett. (47 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1976 Lancia Gamma should accelerate faster than 1965 Opel Kadett. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Lancia Gamma weights approximately 570 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.
Because 1965 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 1965 Opel Kadett. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1976 Lancia Gamma, 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, 1976 Lancia Gamma (172 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 101 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Opel Kadett. (71 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1976 Lancia Gamma will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Opel Kadett.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Lancia Gamma | 1965 Opel Kadett | |
| Make | Lancia | Opel |
| Model | Gamma | Kadett |
| Year Released | 1976 | 1965 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1999 cc | 993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 47 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 172 Nm | 71 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 91.6 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76 mm | 61 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1270 kg | 700 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 3930 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2330 mm |
