1977 Mini MK IV vs. 1977 Opel Kadett
To start off, both 1977 Mini MK IV and 1977 Opel Kadett were released in the same year (1977). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 1977 Opel Kadett is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Opel Kadett (74 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1977 Mini MK IV. (44 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1977 Opel Kadett should accelerate faster than 1977 Mini MK IV. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Opel Kadett weights approximately 170 kg more than 1977 Mini MK IV. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1977 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 1977 Opel Kadett. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1977 Mini MK IV, 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, 1977 Opel Kadett (113 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 37 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Mini MK IV. (76 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 1977 Opel Kadett will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Mini MK IV.
Compare all specifications:
1977 Mini MK IV | 1977 Opel Kadett | |
Make | Mini | Opel |
Model | MK IV | Kadett |
Year Released | 1977 | 1977 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1098 cc | 1598 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 44 HP | 74 HP |
Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 76 Nm | 113 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 645 kg | 815 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3060 mm | 3900 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1420 mm | 1590 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1320 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 2610 mm |