2001 Audi A6 vs. 1976 Opel Kadett
To start off, 2001 Audi A6 is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Opel Kadett. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Opel Kadett would be higher. At 1,799 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Audi A6 (148 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 89 more horse power than 1976 Opel Kadett. (59 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 1976 Opel Kadett. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Audi A6 weights approximately 720 kg more than 1976 Opel Kadett. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2001 Audi A6 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1976 Opel Kadett. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Audi A6 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, 2001 Audi A6 (235 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 145 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Opel Kadett. (90 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2001 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Opel Kadett.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Audi A6 | 1976 Opel Kadett | |
| Make | Audi | Opel |
| Model | A6 | Kadett |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1799 cc | 1196 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 235 Nm | 90 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 820 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2400 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 43 L |
