1999 Opel Omega vs. 1962 Opel Kadett
To start off, 1999 Opel Omega 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 2,597 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Opel Omega is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Opel Omega (180 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 133 more horse power than 1962 Opel Kadett. (47 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Opel Omega should accelerate faster than 1962 Opel Kadett. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Opel Omega weights approximately 1033 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 Opel Omega (230 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 160 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Opel Kadett. (70 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1999 Opel Omega will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Opel Kadett.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Opel Omega | 1962 Opel Kadett | |
| Make | Opel | Opel |
| Model | Omega | Kadett |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1962 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2597 cc | 993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 180 HP | 47 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 230 Nm | 70 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1733 kg | 700 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 3930 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2330 mm |
