1999 Honda Today vs. 1974 Opel Kadett
To start off, 1999 Honda Today is newer by 25 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 1,194 cc (4 cylinders), 1974 Opel Kadett is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Opel Kadett (51 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1999 Honda Today. (47 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1974 Opel Kadett should accelerate faster than 1999 Honda Today. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Opel Kadett weights approximately 110 kg more than 1999 Honda Today. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1999 Honda Today is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1974 Opel Kadett. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Honda Today 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, 1974 Opel Kadett (80 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Honda Today. (57 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1974 Opel Kadett will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Honda Today.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Honda Today | 1974 Opel Kadett | |
| Make | Honda | Opel |
| Model | Today | Kadett |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 656 cc | 1194 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 47 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 57 Nm | 80 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 710 kg | 820 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3300 mm | 4150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1400 mm | 1590 mm |
