2006 Kia Pregio vs. 1975 Opel Kadett
To start off, 2006 Kia Pregio 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 2,664 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Kia Pregio is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Kia Pregio (83 HP @ 4150 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 1975 Opel Kadett. (51 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Kia Pregio should accelerate faster than 1975 Opel Kadett. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Kia Pregio weights approximately 1180 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.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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 Kia Pregio (175 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 94 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Opel Kadett. (81 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2006 Kia Pregio will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Opel Kadett. 1975 Opel Kadett has automatic transmission and 2006 Kia Pregio has manual transmission. 2006 Kia Pregio will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1975 Opel Kadett will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Kia Pregio | 1975 Opel Kadett | |
| Make | Kia | Opel |
| Model | Pregio | Kadett |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1975 |
| Body Type | Van | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2664 cc | 1196 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 83 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4150 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 175 Nm | 81 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2000 kg | 820 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1980 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 43 L |
