2009 Chevrolet HHR vs. 1965 Opel Kadett
To start off, 2009 Chevrolet HHR is newer by 44 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 2,401 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Chevrolet HHR is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Chevrolet HHR (172 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 125 more horse power than 1965 Opel Kadett. (47 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet HHR should accelerate faster than 1965 Opel Kadett.
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, 2009 Chevrolet HHR, 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, 2009 Chevrolet HHR (226 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 155 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Opel Kadett. (71 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2009 Chevrolet HHR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Opel Kadett.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Chevrolet HHR | 1965 Opel Kadett | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Opel |
| Model | HHR | Kadett |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1965 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2401 cc | 993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 172 HP | 47 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 226 Nm | 71 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 3930 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2330 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 70 L |
