1999 Honda HR-V vs. 1966 Opel Kadett
To start off, 1999 Honda HR-V is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Opel Kadett. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Opel Kadett would be higher. At 1,672 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Honda HR-V is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Honda HR-V (113 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 1966 Opel Kadett. (44 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Honda HR-V should accelerate faster than 1966 Opel Kadett. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Honda HR-V weights approximately 365 kg more than 1966 Opel Kadett. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1966 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 1966 Opel Kadett. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Honda HR-V, 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, 1999 Honda HR-V (130 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 56 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Opel Kadett. (74 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1999 Honda HR-V will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Opel Kadett.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Honda HR-V | 1966 Opel Kadett | |
| Make | Honda | Opel |
| Model | HR-V | Kadett |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1966 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1672 cc | 1078 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 113 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 130 Nm | 74 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 61 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 8.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1120 kg | 755 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4020 mm | 4190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2430 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 73 L | 60 L |
