2006 Hyundai Accent vs. 1975 Opel Kadett
To start off, 2006 Hyundai Accent is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Opel Kadett. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Opel Kadett would be higher. At 1,493 cc (3 cylinders), 2006 Hyundai Accent is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Hyundai Accent (81 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1975 Opel Kadett. (51 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Hyundai Accent should accelerate faster than 1975 Opel Kadett. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Hyundai Accent weights approximately 416 kg more than 1975 Opel Kadett. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1975 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 1975 Opel Kadett. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Hyundai Accent, 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, 2006 Hyundai Accent (187 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 107 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Opel Kadett. (80 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2006 Hyundai Accent will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Opel Kadett.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Hyundai Accent | 1975 Opel Kadett | |
| Make | Hyundai | Opel |
| Model | Accent | Kadett |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1975 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1493 cc | 1196 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 187 Nm | 80 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 61 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1206 kg | 790 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4220 mm | 4140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 43 L |
