1995 Nissan Almera vs. 1965 Opel Kadett
To start off, 1995 Nissan Almera is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Opel Kadett. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Opel Kadett would be higher. At 1,597 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Nissan Almera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Nissan Almera (98 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 1965 Opel Kadett. (47 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Nissan Almera should accelerate faster than 1965 Opel Kadett. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Nissan Almera weights approximately 365 kg more than 1965 Opel Kadett. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1965 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 1965 Opel Kadett. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 Nissan Almera, 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 Nissan Almera (136 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Opel Kadett. (71 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1995 Nissan Almera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Opel Kadett.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Nissan Almera | 1965 Opel Kadett | |
| Make | Nissan | Opel |
| Model | Almera | Kadett |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1965 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1597 cc | 993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 98 HP | 47 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 136 Nm | 71 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1065 kg | 700 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 3930 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2330 mm |
