1990 Austin Maestro vs. 1975 Opel Kadett
To start off, 1990 Austin Maestro is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Opel Kadett. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Opel Kadett would be higher. At 1,273 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Austin Maestro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Austin Maestro (66 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1975 Opel Kadett. (47 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Austin Maestro should accelerate faster than 1975 Opel Kadett. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Austin Maestro weights approximately 80 kg more than 1975 Opel Kadett. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1975 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 1975 Opel Kadett. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 Austin Maestro, 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, 1990 Austin Maestro (102 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Opel Kadett. (71 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1990 Austin Maestro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Opel Kadett.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Austin Maestro | 1975 Opel Kadett | |
| Make | Austin | Opel |
| Model | Maestro | Kadett |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1273 cc | 993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 66 HP | 47 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 71 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70.6 mm | 72.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81.3 mm | 61 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 915 kg | 835 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 3900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 43 L |
