1984 Citroen Visa vs. 1968 Opel Kadett
To start off, 1984 Citroen Visa is newer by 16 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 1,769 cc (4 cylinders), 1984 Citroen Visa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Citroen Visa (59 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1968 Opel Kadett. (44 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Citroen Visa should accelerate faster than 1968 Opel Kadett. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Citroen Visa weights approximately 135 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.
Because 1968 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 1968 Opel Kadett. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1984 Citroen Visa, 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, 1984 Citroen Visa (114 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Opel Kadett. (74 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1984 Citroen Visa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Opel Kadett.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Citroen Visa | 1968 Opel Kadett | |
| Make | Citroen | Opel |
| Model | Visa | Kadett |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1769 cc | 1076 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 114 Nm | 74 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 755 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3730 mm | 4190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2430 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 70 L |
