1995 Citroen AX vs. 1974 Opel Kadett
To start off, 1995 Citroen AX is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Opel Kadett. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Opel Kadett would be higher. At 991 cc (4 cylinders), 1974 Opel Kadett is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Citroen AX (48 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1974 Opel Kadett. (47 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Citroen AX should accelerate faster than 1974 Opel Kadett. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Opel Kadett weights approximately 122 kg more than 1995 Citroen AX.
Because 1974 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 1974 Opel Kadett. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 Citroen AX, 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, 1995 Citroen AX (74 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Opel Kadett. (71 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1995 Citroen AX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Opel Kadett.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Citroen AX | 1974 Opel Kadett | |
| Make | Citroen | Opel |
| Model | AX | Kadett |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1974 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 954 cc | 991 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 48 HP | 47 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 74 Nm | 71 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 62 mm | 61 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 8.8:1 |
| 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 | 668 kg | 790 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3510 mm | 3900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2640 mm |
