1992 Alpina B6 vs. 1979 Opel Kadett
To start off, 1992 Alpina B6 is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Opel Kadett. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Opel Kadett would be higher. At 2,752 cc (6 cylinders), 1992 Alpina B6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Alpina B6 (238 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 191 more horse power than 1979 Opel Kadett. (47 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Alpina B6 should accelerate faster than 1979 Opel Kadett. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Alpina B6 weights approximately 535 kg more than 1979 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, 1992 Alpina B6 (293 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 222 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Opel Kadett. (71 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1992 Alpina B6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Opel Kadett.
Compare all specifications:
1992 Alpina B6 | 1979 Opel Kadett | |
Make | Alpina | Opel |
Model | B6 | Kadett |
Year Released | 1992 | 1979 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2752 cc | 993 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 238 HP | 47 HP |
Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 293 Nm | 71 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1325 kg | 790 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 3900 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1590 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1320 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2640 mm |