2009 Lotus Exige vs. 1973 Opel Kadett
To start off, 2009 Lotus Exige is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Opel Kadett. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Opel Kadett would be higher. At 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Lotus Exige is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Lotus Exige (189 HP @ 7800 RPM) has 138 more horse power than 1973 Opel Kadett. (51 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Lotus Exige should accelerate faster than 1973 Opel Kadett. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Lotus Exige weights approximately 126 kg more than 1973 Opel Kadett. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 (180 Nm @ 6800 RPM) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Opel Kadett. (80 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2009 Lotus Exige will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Opel Kadett.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Lotus Exige | 1973 Opel Kadett | |
Make | Lotus | Opel |
Model | Exige | Kadett |
Year Released | 2009 | 1973 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 1796 cc | 1196 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 189 HP | 51 HP |
Engine RPM | 7800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 180 Nm | 80 Nm |
Torque RPM | 6800 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82.1 mm | 79 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 85 mm | 61 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 916 kg | 790 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3800 mm | 4140 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1590 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1290 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2410 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 43 L |