1979 Opel Kadett vs. 1964 Triumph Spitfire
To start off, 1979 Opel Kadett is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Triumph Spitfire. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Triumph Spitfire would be higher. At 1,147 cc (4 cylinders), 1964 Triumph Spitfire is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1964 Triumph Spitfire (62 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1979 Opel Kadett. (47 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1964 Triumph Spitfire should accelerate faster than 1979 Opel Kadett. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Opel Kadett weights approximately 85 kg more than 1964 Triumph Spitfire.
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, 1964 Triumph Spitfire (91 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Opel Kadett. (71 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1964 Triumph Spitfire will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Opel Kadett.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Opel Kadett | 1964 Triumph Spitfire | |
| Make | Opel | Triumph |
| Model | Kadett | Spitfire |
| Year Released | 1979 | 1964 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 993 cc | 1147 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 47 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 71 Nm | 91 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 72.1 mm | 69.3 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 61 mm | 76 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 790 kg | 705 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3900 mm | 3690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1450 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1210 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2110 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 40 L |
