1999 Mahindra CL vs. 1965 Opel Kadett
To start off, 1999 Mahindra CL is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Opel Kadett. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Opel Kadett would be higher. At 2,523 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Mahindra CL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Mahindra CL (62 HP @ 3200 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1965 Opel Kadett. (47 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Mahindra CL should accelerate faster than 1965 Opel Kadett. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Mahindra CL weights approximately 530 kg more than 1965 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 Mahindra CL (165 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 94 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Opel Kadett. (71 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1999 Mahindra CL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Opel Kadett.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Mahindra CL | 1965 Opel Kadett | |
| Make | Mahindra | Opel |
| Model | CL | Kadett |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1965 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2523 cc | 993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 47 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3200 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 165 Nm | 71 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1230 kg | 700 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3360 mm | 3930 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1460 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 2330 mm |
