1983 Mazda 323 vs. 1965 Opel Kadett
To start off, 1983 Mazda 323 is newer by 18 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 1,071 cc (4 cylinders), 1983 Mazda 323 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Mazda 323 (53 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1965 Opel Kadett. (47 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1983 Mazda 323 should accelerate faster than 1965 Opel Kadett. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Mazda 323 weights approximately 150 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.
Let's talk about torque, 1983 Mazda 323 (79 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Opel Kadett. (71 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1983 Mazda 323 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Opel Kadett.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Mazda 323 | 1965 Opel Kadett | |
| Make | Mazda | Opel |
| Model | 323 | Kadett |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1965 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1071 cc | 993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 47 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 79 Nm | 71 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 850 kg | 700 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 3930 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2330 mm |
