2002 MCC ForTwo vs. 1974 Opel Kadett
To start off, 2002 MCC ForTwo is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Opel Kadett. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Opel Kadett would be higher. At 1,196 cc (4 cylinders), 1974 Opel Kadett is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Opel Kadett (51 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 2002 MCC ForTwo. (44 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1974 Opel Kadett should accelerate faster than 2002 MCC ForTwo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Opel Kadett weights approximately 110 kg more than 2002 MCC ForTwo. 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, 1974 Opel Kadett (80 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 MCC ForTwo. (70 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1974 Opel Kadett will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 MCC ForTwo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 MCC ForTwo | 1974 Opel Kadett | |
| Make | MCC | Opel |
| Model | ForTwo | Kadett |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1974 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 599 cc | 1196 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 70 Nm | 80 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 680 kg | 790 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 2510 mm | 4140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1810 mm | 2410 mm |
