1999 Honda Z vs. 1964 Opel Kadett
To start off, 1999 Honda Z is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Opel Kadett. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Opel Kadett would be higher. At 991 cc (4 cylinders), 1964 Opel Kadett is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Honda Z (51 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1964 Opel Kadett. (47 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Honda Z should accelerate faster than 1964 Opel Kadett. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Honda Z weights approximately 260 kg more than 1964 Opel Kadett. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1999 Honda Z is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1964 Opel Kadett. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Honda Z 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, 1964 Opel Kadett (70 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Honda Z. (61 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1964 Opel Kadett will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Honda Z.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Honda Z | 1964 Opel Kadett | |
| Make | Honda | Opel |
| Model | Z | Kadett |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1964 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 656 cc | 991 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 47 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 61 Nm | 70 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 66 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 64 mm | 61 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 700 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3410 mm | 3930 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2330 mm |
