2001 Daewoo Lanos vs. 1962 Opel Kadett
To start off, 2001 Daewoo Lanos is newer by 39 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 1,349 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Daewoo Lanos is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Daewoo Lanos (74 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 1962 Opel Kadett. (47 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Daewoo Lanos should accelerate faster than 1962 Opel Kadett. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Daewoo Lanos weights approximately 310 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, 2001 Daewoo Lanos, 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, 2001 Daewoo Lanos (115 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Opel Kadett. (70 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2001 Daewoo Lanos will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Opel Kadett.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Daewoo Lanos | 1962 Opel Kadett | |
| Make | Daewoo | Opel |
| Model | Lanos | Kadett |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1962 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1349 cc | 993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 47 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 115 Nm | 70 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1010 kg | 700 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4080 mm | 3930 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2330 mm |
