1977 Opel Kadett vs. 1966 Simca 1300
To start off, 1977 Opel Kadett is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Simca 1300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Simca 1300 would be higher. At 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 1977 Opel Kadett is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Opel Kadett (74 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1966 Simca 1300. (51 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1977 Opel Kadett should accelerate faster than 1966 Simca 1300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 Simca 1300 weights approximately 160 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, 1977 Opel Kadett (113 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Simca 1300. (102 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1977 Opel Kadett will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Simca 1300.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Opel Kadett | 1966 Simca 1300 | |
| Make | Opel | Simca |
| Model | Kadett | 1300 |
| Year Released | 1977 | 1966 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1289 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 113 Nm | 102 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 74 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 69.8 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 9.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 830 kg | 990 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 4250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2530 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 60 L |
