1992 Mazda AZ-1 vs. 1971 Opel Kadett
To start off, 1992 Mazda AZ-1 is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Opel Kadett. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Opel Kadett would be higher. At 1,196 cc (4 cylinders), 1971 Opel Kadett is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Mazda AZ-1 (63 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1971 Opel Kadett. (59 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Mazda AZ-1 should accelerate faster than 1971 Opel Kadett. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Opel Kadett weights approximately 40 kg more than 1992 Mazda AZ-1.
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, both vehicles can yield 88 Nm of torque. So under normal driving conditions, the ability to climb up hills and pull heavy equipment should be relatively similar for both vehicles.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Mazda AZ-1 | 1971 Opel Kadett | |
| Make | Mazda | Opel |
| Model | AZ-1 | Kadett |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1971 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 657 cc | 1196 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 63 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 88 Nm | 88 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 65 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 66 mm | 61 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 720 kg | 760 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3300 mm | 4190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1400 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1160 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2240 mm | 2430 mm |
