2007 Ford F-150 vs. 1963 Opel Kadett
To start off, 2007 Ford F-150 is newer by 44 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Opel Kadett. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Opel Kadett would be higher. At 4,195 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Ford F-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Ford F-150 (202 HP @ 4250 RPM) has 155 more horse power than 1963 Opel Kadett. (47 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Ford F-150 should accelerate faster than 1963 Opel Kadett.
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, 2007 Ford F-150 (353 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 283 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Opel Kadett. (70 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2007 Ford F-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Opel Kadett.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Ford F-150 | 1963 Opel Kadett | |
| Make | Ford | Opel |
| Model | F-150 | Kadett |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1963 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4195 cc | 993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 202 HP | 47 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 353 Nm | 70 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5700 mm | 3930 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1870 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3520 mm | 2330 mm |
