2004 Audi A6 vs. 1963 Opel Kadett
To start off, 2004 Audi A6 is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Opel Kadett. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Opel Kadett would be higher. At 2,494 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Audi A6 (168 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 121 more horse power than 1963 Opel Kadett. (47 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 1963 Opel Kadett. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Audi A6 weights approximately 938 kg more than 1963 Opel Kadett. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Audi A6 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1963 Opel Kadett. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Audi A6 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2004 Audi A6 (230 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 160 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Opel Kadett. (70 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2004 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Opel Kadett.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Audi A6 | 1963 Opel Kadett | |
| Make | Audi | Opel |
| Model | A6 | Kadett |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1963 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2494 cc | 993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 168 HP | 47 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 230 Nm | 70 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77.4 mm | 61 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1640 kg | 702 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 3930 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2330 mm |
