1999 Lotus GT 1 vs. 1962 Opel Kadett
To start off, 1999 Lotus GT 1 is newer by 37 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 3,504 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 Lotus GT 1 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Lotus GT 1 (573 HP @ 7500 RPM) has 526 more horse power than 1962 Opel Kadett. (47 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Lotus GT 1 should accelerate faster than 1962 Opel Kadett. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Lotus GT 1 weights approximately 350 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.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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 Lotus GT 1 (390 Nm @ 6500 RPM) has 320 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Opel Kadett. (70 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1999 Lotus GT 1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Opel Kadett.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Lotus GT 1 | 1962 Opel Kadett | |
Make | Lotus | Opel |
Model | GT 1 | Kadett |
Year Released | 1999 | 1962 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 3504 cc | 993 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 573 HP | 47 HP |
Engine RPM | 7500 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 390 Nm | 70 Nm |
Torque RPM | 6500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 700 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 3930 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2080 mm | 1480 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2330 mm |