2000 Honda Z vs. 1962 Opel Kadett
To start off, 2000 Honda Z is newer by 38 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 993 cc (4 cylinders), 1962 Opel Kadett is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Honda Z (51 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1962 Opel Kadett. (47 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Honda Z should accelerate faster than 1962 Opel Kadett. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Honda Z weights approximately 260 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.
Because 2000 Honda Z is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1962 Opel Kadett. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Honda Z will offer significantly more control. 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, 1962 Opel Kadett (70 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Honda Z. (61 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1962 Opel Kadett will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Honda Z.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Honda Z | 1962 Opel Kadett | |
| Make | Honda | Opel |
| Model | Z | Kadett |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1962 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 656 cc | 993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 47 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 61 Nm | 70 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 700 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3410 mm | 3930 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2330 mm |
