2000 Ford Focus vs. 1969 Opel Kadett
To start off, 2000 Ford Focus is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Opel Kadett. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Opel Kadett would be higher. At 1,989 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Ford Focus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Ford Focus (108 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 1969 Opel Kadett. (44 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Ford Focus should accelerate faster than 1969 Opel Kadett. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Ford Focus weights approximately 445 kg more than 1969 Opel Kadett. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1969 Opel Kadett is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1969 Opel Kadett. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Ford Focus, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2000 Ford Focus (169 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 95 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Opel Kadett. (74 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2000 Ford Focus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Opel Kadett.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Ford Focus | 1969 Opel Kadett | |
| Make | Ford | Opel |
| Model | Focus | Kadett |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1969 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1989 cc | 1078 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 169 Nm | 74 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1200 kg | 755 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2430 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 70 L |
