2000 Honda Insight vs. 1970 Opel Kadett
To start off, 2000 Honda Insight is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Opel Kadett. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Opel Kadett would be higher. At 1,078 cc (4 cylinders), 1970 Opel Kadett is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Honda Insight (67 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1970 Opel Kadett. (44 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Honda Insight should accelerate faster than 1970 Opel Kadett. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Honda Insight weights approximately 85 kg more than 1970 Opel Kadett. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1970 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 1970 Opel Kadett. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Honda Insight, 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 Honda Insight (123 Nm) has 47 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Opel Kadett. (76 Nm). This means 2000 Honda Insight will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Opel Kadett. 2000 Honda Insight has automatic transmission and 1970 Opel Kadett has manual transmission. 1970 Opel Kadett will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2000 Honda Insight will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Honda Insight | 1970 Opel Kadett | |
| Make | Honda | Opel |
| Model | Insight | Kadett |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 994 cc | 1078 cc |
| Engine Type | electric | in-line |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 123 Nm | 76 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 840 kg | 755 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3950 mm | 4190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2420 mm |
