1985 Morgan 4 vs. 1976 Opel Kadett
To start off, 1985 Morgan 4 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Opel Kadett. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Opel Kadett would be higher. At 1,595 cc (4 cylinders), 1985 Morgan 4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Morgan 4 (96 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 1976 Opel Kadett. (51 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Morgan 4 should accelerate faster than 1976 Opel Kadett. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Morgan 4 weights approximately 5 kg more than 1976 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, 1985 Morgan 4 (132 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 52 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Opel Kadett. (80 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1985 Morgan 4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Opel Kadett.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Morgan 4 | 1976 Opel Kadett | |
| Make | Morgan | Opel |
| Model | 4 | Kadett |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1595 cc | 1196 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 96 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 132 Nm | 80 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 825 kg | 820 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3670 mm | 4150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2410 mm |
