1992 Mini MK VI vs. 1967 Opel Kadett
To start off, 1992 Mini MK VI is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Opel Kadett. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Opel Kadett would be higher. At 1,698 cc (4 cylinders), 1967 Opel Kadett is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Opel Kadett (75 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 1992 Mini MK VI. (41 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1967 Opel Kadett should accelerate faster than 1992 Mini MK VI. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Opel Kadett weights approximately 260 kg more than 1992 Mini MK VI. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1967 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 1967 Opel Kadett. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1992 Mini MK VI, 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, 1967 Opel Kadett (127 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 59 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Mini MK VI. (68 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1967 Opel Kadett will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Mini MK VI.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Mini MK VI | 1967 Opel Kadett | |
| Make | Mini | Opel |
| Model | MK VI | Kadett |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1967 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 998 cc | 1698 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 41 HP | 75 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 68 Nm | 127 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 620 kg | 880 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3060 mm | 4190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 2420 mm |
