1977 Opel Kadett vs. 1961 Renault Floride
To start off, 1977 Opel Kadett is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Renault Floride. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Renault Floride would be higher. At 993 cc (4 cylinders), 1977 Opel Kadett is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Opel Kadett (47 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1961 Renault Floride. (35 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1977 Opel Kadett should accelerate faster than 1961 Renault Floride. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Opel Kadett weights approximately 32 kg more than 1961 Renault Floride. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1977 Opel Kadett (71 Nm) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Renault Floride. (59 Nm). This means 1977 Opel Kadett will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Renault Floride.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Opel Kadett | 1961 Renault Floride | |
| Make | Opel | Renault |
| Model | Kadett | Floride |
| Year Released | 1977 | 1961 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 993 cc | 845 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 47 HP | 35 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 71 Nm | 59 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 58 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 61 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 792 kg | 760 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3900 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2270 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 44 L | 38 L |
