1999 Ford F-150 vs. 1963 Opel Kadett
To start off, 1999 Ford F-150 is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Opel Kadett. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Opel Kadett would be higher. At 4,195 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Ford F-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Ford F-150 (202 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 155 more horse power than 1963 Opel Kadett. (47 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Ford F-150 should accelerate faster than 1963 Opel Kadett. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Ford F-150 weights approximately 1373 kg more than 1963 Opel Kadett. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1999 Ford F-150 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1963 Opel Kadett. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Ford F-150 will offer significantly more control. 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, 1999 Ford F-150 (338 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 268 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Opel Kadett. (70 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1999 Ford F-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Opel Kadett.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Ford F-150 | 1963 Opel Kadett | |
| Make | Ford | Opel |
| Model | F-150 | Kadett |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1963 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4195 cc | 993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 202 HP | 47 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 338 Nm | 70 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 2075 kg | 702 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5230 mm | 3930 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 2330 mm |
