1978 Opel Kadett vs. 2005 Toyota Vitz
To start off, 2005 Toyota Vitz is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Opel Kadett. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Opel Kadett would be higher. At 1,491 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Toyota Vitz is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Toyota Vitz (108 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 1978 Opel Kadett. (47 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Toyota Vitz should accelerate faster than 1978 Opel Kadett. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Toyota Vitz weights approximately 230 kg more than 1978 Opel Kadett. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1978 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 1978 Opel Kadett. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Toyota Vitz, 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, 2005 Toyota Vitz (141 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Opel Kadett. (71 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2005 Toyota Vitz will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Opel Kadett.
Compare all specifications:
1978 Opel Kadett | 2005 Toyota Vitz | |
Make | Opel | Toyota |
Model | Kadett | Vitz |
Year Released | 1978 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 992 cc | 1491 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 47 HP | 108 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 71 Nm | 141 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 10.5:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 820 kg | 1050 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3900 mm | 3760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1530 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2660 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 42 L |