2005 Ford Transit Connect vs. 1967 Opel Kadett
To start off, 2005 Ford Transit Connect is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Opel Kadett. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Opel Kadett would be higher. At 1,795 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Ford Transit Connect is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford Transit Connect (114 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 1967 Opel Kadett. (44 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Transit Connect should accelerate faster than 1967 Opel Kadett. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford Transit Connect weights approximately 525 kg more than 1967 Opel Kadett. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1967 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 1967 Opel Kadett. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Ford Transit Connect, 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, 2005 Ford Transit Connect (160 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 84 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Opel Kadett. (76 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2005 Ford Transit Connect will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Opel Kadett.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Ford Transit Connect | 1967 Opel Kadett | |
Make | Ford | Opel |
Model | Transit Connect | Kadett |
Year Released | 2005 | 1967 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1795 cc | 1077 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 114 HP | 44 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 160 Nm | 76 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 755 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4190 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1580 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2420 mm |