1999 Mazda RX-01 vs. 1962 Opel Kadett
To start off, 1999 Mazda RX-01 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 2,610 cc, 1999 Mazda RX-01 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Mazda RX-01 (217 HP @ 8500 RPM) has 170 more horse power than 1962 Opel Kadett. (47 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Mazda RX-01 should accelerate faster than 1962 Opel Kadett.
Let's talk about torque, 1999 Mazda RX-01 (216 Nm @ 6500 RPM) has 146 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Opel Kadett. (70 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1999 Mazda RX-01 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Opel Kadett.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Mazda RX-01 | 1962 Opel Kadett | |
| Make | Mazda | Opel |
| Model | RX-01 | Kadett |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1962 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2610 cc | 993 cc |
| Engine Type | dual-disk rotary | in-line |
| Horse Power | 217 HP | 47 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8500 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 216 Nm | 70 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 3930 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2330 mm |
