2001 Mini One vs. 1966 Opel Kadett
To start off, 2001 Mini One is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Opel Kadett. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Opel Kadett would be higher. At 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Mini One is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Mini One (89 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 1966 Opel Kadett. (44 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Mini One should accelerate faster than 1966 Opel Kadett. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Mini One weights approximately 285 kg more than 1966 Opel Kadett. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1966 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 1966 Opel Kadett. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Mini One, 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 Mini One (140 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 66 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Opel Kadett. (74 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2001 Mini One will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Opel Kadett.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Mini One | 1966 Opel Kadett | |
| Make | Mini | Opel |
| Model | One | Kadett |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1966 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1078 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 140 Nm | 74 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 77 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85.8 mm | 61 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.6:1 | 8.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1040 kg | 755 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3630 mm | 4190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2430 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 60 L |
