1977 Opel Kadett vs. 1960 Peugeot 404
To start off, 1977 Opel Kadett is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Peugeot 404. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Peugeot 404 would be higher. At 1,618 cc (4 cylinders), 1960 Peugeot 404 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Opel Kadett (74 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1960 Peugeot 404. (62 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1977 Opel Kadett should accelerate faster than 1960 Peugeot 404. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1960 Peugeot 404 weights approximately 250 kg more than 1977 Opel Kadett.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1960 Peugeot 404 (127 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Opel Kadett. (113 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1960 Peugeot 404 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Opel Kadett.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Opel Kadett | 1960 Peugeot 404 | |
| Make | Opel | Peugeot |
| Model | Kadett | 404 |
| Year Released | 1977 | 1960 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1618 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 113 Nm | 127 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 69.8 mm | 73 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 6.0:1 | 7.6:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 815 kg | 1065 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3900 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2650 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 44 L | 50 L |
