2005 Mini One vs. 1979 Opel Kadett
To start off, 2005 Mini One is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Opel Kadett. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Opel Kadett would be higher. At 1,364 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Mini One is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mini One (74 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1979 Opel Kadett. (51 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mini One should accelerate faster than 1979 Opel Kadett. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mini One weights approximately 385 kg more than 1979 Opel Kadett. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1979 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 1979 Opel Kadett. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Mini One, 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 Mini One (180 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Opel Kadett. (80 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2005 Mini One will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Opel Kadett.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Mini One | 1979 Opel Kadett | |
| Make | Mini | Opel |
| Model | One | Kadett |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1364 cc | 1196 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 80 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1175 kg | 790 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3630 mm | 4140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 43 L |
