2007 Kia Rondo vs. 1963 Opel Kadett
To start off, 2007 Kia Rondo 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 2,656 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Kia Rondo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Kia Rondo (182 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 135 more horse power than 1963 Opel Kadett. (47 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Kia Rondo should accelerate faster than 1963 Opel Kadett.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Kia Rondo (247 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 177 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Opel Kadett. (70 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2007 Kia Rondo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Opel Kadett. 2007 Kia Rondo has automatic transmission and 1963 Opel Kadett has manual transmission. 1963 Opel Kadett will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Kia Rondo will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Kia Rondo | 1963 Opel Kadett | |
| Make | Kia | Opel |
| Model | Rondo | Kadett |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1963 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2656 cc | 993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 182 HP | 47 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 247 Nm | 70 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.7 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 61 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 3930 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2330 mm |
