2009 Lotus Exige vs. 1967 Opel Kadett
To start off, 2009 Lotus Exige 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 1,799 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Lotus Exige is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Lotus Exige (257 HP @ 8000 RPM) has 213 more horse power than 1967 Opel Kadett. (44 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Lotus Exige should accelerate faster than 1967 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, 2009 Lotus Exige (236 Nm @ 6000 RPM) has 160 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Opel Kadett. (76 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2009 Lotus Exige will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Opel Kadett.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Lotus Exige | 1967 Opel Kadett | |
| Make | Lotus | Opel |
| Model | Exige | Kadett |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1967 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1799 cc | 1077 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 257 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 236 Nm | 76 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1170 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2420 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 44 L | 60 L |
