1979 Opel Kadett vs. 1959 Porsche 356
To start off, 1979 Opel Kadett is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Porsche 356. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Porsche 356 would be higher. At 1,582 cc (4 cylinders), 1959 Porsche 356 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Porsche 356 (75 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 1979 Opel Kadett. (51 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1959 Porsche 356 should accelerate faster than 1979 Opel Kadett. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Porsche 356 weights approximately 18 kg more than 1979 Opel Kadett. 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, 1959 Porsche 356 (119 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 38 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Opel Kadett. (81 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1959 Porsche 356 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Opel Kadett.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Opel Kadett | 1959 Porsche 356 | |
Make | Opel | Porsche |
Model | Kadett | 356 |
Year Released | 1979 | 1959 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 1196 cc | 1582 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Horse Power | 51 HP | 75 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 81 Nm | 119 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3700 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 82.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 61 mm | 74 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 820 kg | 838 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 3960 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1670 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2110 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 52 L |