2006 Nissan 1400 vs. 1979 Opel Kadett
To start off, 2006 Nissan 1400 is newer by 27 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 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 1979 Opel Kadett is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Opel Kadett (90 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 2006 Nissan 1400. (63 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1979 Opel Kadett should accelerate faster than 2006 Nissan 1400. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Nissan 1400 weights approximately 605 kg more than 1979 Opel Kadett.
Because 2006 Nissan 1400 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 2006 Nissan 1400. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1979 Opel Kadett, 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, 1979 Opel Kadett (126 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Nissan 1400. (97 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1979 Opel Kadett will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Nissan 1400.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Nissan 1400 | 1979 Opel Kadett | |
| Make | Nissan | Opel |
| Model | 1400 | Kadett |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1397 cc | 1598 cc |
| Horse Power | 63 HP | 90 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 97 Nm | 126 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 9.2:1 |
| Top Speed | 146 km/hour | 170 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1575 kg | 970 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5700 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 42 L |
