2005 Mazda Demio vs. 1967 Opel Kadett
To start off, 2005 Mazda Demio 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 1,698 cc (4 cylinders), 1967 Opel Kadett is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Opel Kadett (75 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 2005 Mazda Demio. (62 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1967 Opel Kadett should accelerate faster than 2005 Mazda Demio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mazda Demio weights approximately 80 kg more than 1967 Opel Kadett.
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 Mazda Demio, 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, 1967 Opel Kadett (127 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mazda Demio. (101 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1967 Opel Kadett will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mazda Demio.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Mazda Demio | 1967 Opel Kadett | |
Make | Mazda | Opel |
Model | Demio | Kadett |
Year Released | 2005 | 1967 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1323 cc | 1698 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 62 HP | 75 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 101 Nm | 127 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2700 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 880 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3820 mm | 4190 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1580 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2420 mm |