1976 Opel Kadett vs. 1965 Wartburg 311
To start off, 1976 Opel Kadett is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Wartburg 311. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Wartburg 311 would be higher. At 993 cc (4 cylinders), 1976 Opel Kadett is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Opel Kadett (47 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1965 Wartburg 311. (36 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1976 Opel Kadett should accelerate faster than 1965 Wartburg 311. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1965 Wartburg 311 weights approximately 140 kg more than 1976 Opel Kadett.
Let's talk about torque, 1965 Wartburg 311 (81 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Opel Kadett. (71 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1965 Wartburg 311 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Opel Kadett.
Compare all specifications:
1976 Opel Kadett | 1965 Wartburg 311 | |
Make | Opel | Wartburg |
Model | Kadett | 311 |
Year Released | 1976 | 1965 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 993 cc | 899 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 47 HP | 36 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 71 Nm | 81 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 6.6:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 820 kg | 960 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3900 mm | 4310 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1580 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2460 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 43 L |