2002 Honda Insight vs. 1972 Opel Kadett
To start off, 2002 Honda Insight is newer by 30 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 1,078 cc (4 cylinders), 1972 Opel Kadett is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Honda Insight (67 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1972 Opel Kadett. (48 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Honda Insight should accelerate faster than 1972 Opel Kadett. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Honda Insight weights approximately 80 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.
Because 1972 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 1972 Opel Kadett. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Honda Insight, 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, 2002 Honda Insight (123 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 52 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Opel Kadett. (71 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 2002 Honda Insight will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Opel Kadett.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Honda Insight | 1972 Opel Kadett | |
Make | Honda | Opel |
Model | Insight | Kadett |
Year Released | 2002 | 1972 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 994 cc | 1078 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 67 HP | 48 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 123 Nm | 71 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2700 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 840 kg | 760 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3950 mm | 4190 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1590 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2400 mm |