1987 Opel Kadett vs. 1974 Simca 1301
To start off, 1987 Opel Kadett is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Simca 1301. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Simca 1301 would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Opel Kadett is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Opel Kadett (129 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 78 more horse power than 1974 Simca 1301. (51 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Opel Kadett should accelerate faster than 1974 Simca 1301. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Simca 1301 weights approximately 40 kg more than 1987 Opel Kadett.
Let's talk about torque, 1987 Opel Kadett (180 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Simca 1301. (100 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1987 Opel Kadett will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Simca 1301.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Opel Kadett | 1974 Simca 1301 | |
| Make | Opel | Simca |
| Model | Kadett | 1301 |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1290 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 100 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.1 mm | 74 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 75 mm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 974 kg | 1014 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2530 mm |
