1981 Innocenti Mini vs. 1965 Opel Kadett
To start off, 1981 Innocenti Mini is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Opel Kadett. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Opel Kadett would be higher. At 998 cc (4 cylinders), 1981 Innocenti Mini is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Innocenti Mini (48 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1965 Opel Kadett. (47 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1981 Innocenti Mini should accelerate faster than 1965 Opel Kadett. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Innocenti Mini weights approximately 20 kg more than 1965 Opel Kadett. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1965 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 1965 Opel Kadett. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1981 Innocenti Mini, 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, 1965 Opel Kadett (71 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Innocenti Mini. (69 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1965 Opel Kadett will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Innocenti Mini.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Innocenti Mini | 1965 Opel Kadett | |
| Make | Innocenti | Opel |
| Model | Mini | Kadett |
| Year Released | 1981 | 1965 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 998 cc | 993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 48 HP | 47 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 69 Nm | 71 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 64.6 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76.2 mm | 61 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 720 kg | 700 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3170 mm | 3930 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2050 mm | 2330 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 70 L |
