2005 Honda Civic vs. 1964 Opel Kadett
To start off, 2005 Honda Civic is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Opel Kadett. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Opel Kadett would be higher. At 1,396 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Honda Civic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Honda Civic (89 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 1964 Opel Kadett. (47 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 1964 Opel Kadett. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Honda Civic weights approximately 140 kg more than 1964 Opel Kadett. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1964 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 1964 Opel Kadett. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Honda Civic, 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 Honda Civic (135 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Opel Kadett. (70 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2005 Honda Civic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Opel Kadett.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Honda Civic | 1964 Opel Kadett | |
| Make | Honda | Opel |
| Model | Civic | Kadett |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1964 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1396 cc | 991 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 47 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 135 Nm | 70 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79 mm | 61 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 840 kg | 700 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 3930 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2330 mm |
