1985 Opel Kadett vs. 1963 Peugeot 404
To start off, 1985 Opel Kadett is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Peugeot 404. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Peugeot 404 would be higher. At 1,948 cc (4 cylinders), 1963 Peugeot 404 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Opel Kadett (59 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1963 Peugeot 404. (57 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Opel Kadett should accelerate faster than 1963 Peugeot 404. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1963 Peugeot 404 weights approximately 351 kg more than 1985 Opel Kadett.
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, 1963 Peugeot 404 (121 Nm @ 2250 RPM) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Opel Kadett. (88 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1963 Peugeot 404 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Opel Kadett.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Opel Kadett | 1963 Peugeot 404 | |
| Make | Opel | Peugeot |
| Model | Kadett | 404 |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1963 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1196 cc | 1948 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 57 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 88 Nm | 121 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 61 mm | 80 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 774 kg | 1125 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4110 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 55 L |
