2001 Morgan 4 vs. 1972 Opel Kadett
To start off, 2001 Morgan 4 is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Opel Kadett. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Opel Kadett would be higher. At 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Morgan 4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Morgan 4 (112 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 1972 Opel Kadett. (48 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Morgan 4 should accelerate faster than 1972 Opel Kadett. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Morgan 4 weights approximately 120 kg more than 1972 Opel Kadett. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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 Morgan 4 (161 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Opel Kadett. (71 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 2001 Morgan 4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Opel Kadett.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Morgan 4 | 1972 Opel Kadett | |
| Make | Morgan | Opel |
| Model | 4 | Kadett |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 1078 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 112 HP | 48 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 161 Nm | 71 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80.6 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 61 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 880 kg | 760 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4020 mm | 4190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2400 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 43 L |
