1997 Hyundai Marcia vs. 1962 Opel Kadett
To start off, 1997 Hyundai Marcia is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Opel Kadett. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Opel Kadett would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Hyundai Marcia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Hyundai Marcia (143 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 96 more horse power than 1962 Opel Kadett. (47 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Hyundai Marcia should accelerate faster than 1962 Opel Kadett. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Hyundai Marcia weights approximately 650 kg more than 1962 Opel Kadett. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1962 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 1962 Opel Kadett. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 Hyundai Marcia, 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, 1997 Hyundai Marcia (188 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 118 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Opel Kadett. (70 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1997 Hyundai Marcia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Opel Kadett.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Hyundai Marcia | 1962 Opel Kadett | |
| Make | Hyundai | Opel |
| Model | Marcia | Kadett |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1962 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 143 HP | 47 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 188 Nm | 70 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 700 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 3930 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2330 mm |
