1981 Austin Marina vs. 1968 Opel Kadett
To start off, 1981 Austin Marina is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Opel Kadett. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Opel Kadett would be higher. At 1,275 cc (4 cylinders), 1981 Austin Marina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Austin Marina (59 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1968 Opel Kadett. (44 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1981 Austin Marina should accelerate faster than 1968 Opel Kadett. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Austin Marina weights approximately 125 kg more than 1968 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, 1981 Austin Marina (102 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Opel Kadett. (76 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1981 Austin Marina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Opel Kadett.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Austin Marina | 1968 Opel Kadett | |
| Make | Austin | Opel |
| Model | Marina | Kadett |
| Year Released | 1981 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1275 cc | 1078 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 76 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 880 kg | 755 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2420 mm |
