2003 Honda Mobilio vs. 1975 Opel Kadett
To start off, 2003 Honda Mobilio is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Opel Kadett. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Opel Kadett would be higher. At 1,897 cc (4 cylinders), 1975 Opel Kadett is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Opel Kadett (98 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 2003 Honda Mobilio. (89 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1975 Opel Kadett should accelerate faster than 2003 Honda Mobilio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Honda Mobilio weights approximately 420 kg more than 1975 Opel Kadett.
Because 1975 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 1975 Opel Kadett. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Honda Mobilio, 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, 1975 Opel Kadett (148 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Honda Mobilio. (131 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 1975 Opel Kadett will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Honda Mobilio.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Honda Mobilio | 1975 Opel Kadett | |
| Make | Honda | Opel |
| Model | Mobilio | Kadett |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1496 cc | 1897 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 98 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 131 Nm | 148 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 830 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 4130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2520 mm |
