2009 Honda Civic vs. 1967 Opel Kadett
To start off, 2009 Honda Civic is newer by 42 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Opel Kadett. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Opel Kadett would be higher. At 1,897 cc (4 cylinders), 1967 Opel Kadett is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Honda Civic (108 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 1967 Opel Kadett. (90 HP @ 5100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 1967 Opel Kadett. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Honda Civic weights approximately 350 kg more than 1967 Opel Kadett. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1967 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 1967 Opel Kadett. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Honda Civic, 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 Honda Civic (152 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Opel Kadett. (147 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2009 Honda Civic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Opel Kadett.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Honda Civic | 1967 Opel Kadett | |
| Make | Honda | Opel |
| Model | Civic | Kadett |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1967 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1590 cc | 1897 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 90 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 152 Nm | 147 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 69.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 830 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2400 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 44 L |
