2000 MCC ForTwo vs. 1973 Opel Kadett
To start off, 2000 MCC ForTwo is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Opel Kadett. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Opel Kadett would be higher. At 993 cc (4 cylinders), 1973 Opel Kadett is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Opel Kadett (47 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 2000 MCC ForTwo. (44 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1973 Opel Kadett should accelerate faster than 2000 MCC ForTwo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Opel Kadett weights approximately 142 kg more than 2000 MCC ForTwo. 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, 1973 Opel Kadett (71 Nm) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 MCC ForTwo. (70 Nm). This means 1973 Opel Kadett will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 MCC ForTwo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 MCC ForTwo | 1973 Opel Kadett | |
| Make | MCC | Opel |
| Model | ForTwo | Kadett |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1973 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 597 cc | 993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 47 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 70 Nm | 71 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 680 kg | 822 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 2510 mm | 3900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1810 mm | 2670 mm |
