2000 Mitsubishi Verada vs. 1962 Opel Kadett
To start off, 2000 Mitsubishi Verada 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 3,496 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Mitsubishi Verada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Mitsubishi Verada (197 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 150 more horse power than 1962 Opel Kadett. (47 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Mitsubishi Verada should accelerate faster than 1962 Opel Kadett. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Mitsubishi Verada weights approximately 810 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 1962 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 1962 Opel Kadett. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Mitsubishi Verada, 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 Mitsubishi Verada (300 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 230 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Opel Kadett. (70 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2000 Mitsubishi Verada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Opel Kadett.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Mitsubishi Verada | 1962 Opel Kadett | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Opel |
| Model | Verada | Kadett |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1962 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3496 cc | 993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 47 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 70 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1510 kg | 700 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4940 mm | 3930 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2330 mm |
