2001 Daihatsu Move vs. 1964 Opel Kadett
To start off, 2001 Daihatsu Move is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Opel Kadett. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Opel Kadett would be higher. At 991 cc (4 cylinders), 1964 Opel Kadett is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Daihatsu Move (53 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1964 Opel Kadett. (47 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Daihatsu Move should accelerate faster than 1964 Opel Kadett. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Daihatsu Move weights approximately 115 kg more than 1964 Opel Kadett. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1964 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 1964 Opel Kadett. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Daihatsu Move, 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 Daihatsu Move (90 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Opel Kadett. (70 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2001 Daihatsu Move will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Opel Kadett.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Daihatsu Move | 1964 Opel Kadett | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Opel |
| Model | Move | Kadett |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1964 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 989 cc | 991 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 47 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 90 Nm | 70 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 815 kg | 700 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3320 mm | 3930 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2330 mm |
