1979 Opel Kadett vs. 2011 Ascari A10
To start off, 2011 Ascari A10 is newer by 32 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 4,941 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Ascari A10 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Ascari A10 (625 HP @ 7500 RPM) has 535 more horse power than 1979 Opel Kadett. (90 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Ascari A10 should accelerate faster than 1979 Opel Kadett. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Ascari A10 weights approximately 310 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 2011 Ascari A10 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 2011 Ascari A10. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1979 Opel Kadett, 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, 2011 Ascari A10 (560 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 434 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Opel Kadett. (126 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2011 Ascari A10 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Opel Kadett.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Opel Kadett | 2011 Ascari A10 | |
Make | Opel | Ascari |
Model | Kadett | A10 |
Year Released | 1979 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 1598 cc | 4941 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 90 HP | 625 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 7500 RPM |
Torque | 126 Nm | 560 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 94 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 89 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 11.0:1 |
Top Speed | 170 km/hour | 346 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 970 kg | 1280 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1852 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1138 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2636 mm |