2007 Daihatsu Charade vs. 1965 Opel Kadett
To start off, 2007 Daihatsu Charade is newer by 42 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Opel Kadett. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Opel Kadett would be higher. At 993 cc (4 cylinders), 1965 Opel Kadett is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Daihatsu Charade (55 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1965 Opel Kadett. (47 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Daihatsu Charade should accelerate faster than 1965 Opel Kadett. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Daihatsu Charade weights approximately 40 kg more than 1965 Opel Kadett. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1965 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 1965 Opel Kadett. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Daihatsu Charade, 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, 2007 Daihatsu Charade (90 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Opel Kadett. (71 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2007 Daihatsu Charade will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Opel Kadett.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Daihatsu Charade | 1965 Opel Kadett | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Opel |
| Model | Charade | Kadett |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1965 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 989 cc | 993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 55 HP | 47 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 90 Nm | 71 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 740 kg | 700 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3410 mm | 3930 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2330 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 36 L | 70 L |
