1977 Opel Kadett vs. 1967 Simca 1000
To start off, 1977 Opel Kadett is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Simca 1000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Simca 1000 would be higher. At 1,196 cc (4 cylinders), 1977 Opel Kadett is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Opel Kadett (51 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 1967 Simca 1000. (38 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1977 Opel Kadett should accelerate faster than 1967 Simca 1000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Opel Kadett weights approximately 70 kg more than 1967 Simca 1000. 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 (80 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Simca 1000. (59 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1977 Opel Kadett will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Simca 1000.
Compare all specifications:
1977 Opel Kadett | 1967 Simca 1000 | |
Make | Opel | Simca |
Model | Kadett | 1000 |
Year Released | 1977 | 1967 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 1196 cc | 844 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 51 HP | 38 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 80 Nm | 59 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 820 kg | 750 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 3810 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1500 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2230 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 29 L |