1979 Opel Kadett vs. 2007 Toyota Aygo
To start off, 2007 Toyota Aygo is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Opel Kadett. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Opel Kadett would be higher. At 1,196 cc (4 cylinders), 1979 Opel Kadett is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Toyota Aygo (67 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 1979 Opel Kadett. (51 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Toyota Aygo should accelerate faster than 1979 Opel Kadett. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Toyota Aygo weights approximately 75 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.
Because 1979 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 1979 Opel Kadett. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Toyota Aygo, 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, 2007 Toyota Aygo (93 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Opel Kadett. (80 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2007 Toyota Aygo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Opel Kadett.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Opel Kadett | 2007 Toyota Aygo | |
| Make | Opel | Toyota |
| Model | Kadett | Aygo |
| Year Released | 1979 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1196 cc | 998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 80 Nm | 93 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 71 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 61 mm | 84 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 790 kg | 865 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 3405 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1615 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2340 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 35 L |
