1983 Citroen BX vs. 1965 Opel Kadett
To start off, 1983 Citroen BX is newer by 18 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 1,360 cc (4 cylinders), 1983 Citroen BX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Citroen BX (62 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1965 Opel Kadett. (47 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1983 Citroen BX should accelerate faster than 1965 Opel Kadett. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Citroen BX weights approximately 190 kg more than 1965 Opel Kadett. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1983 Citroen BX, 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, 1983 Citroen BX (109 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 38 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Opel Kadett. (71 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1983 Citroen BX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Opel Kadett.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Citroen BX | 1965 Opel Kadett | |
| Make | Citroen | Opel |
| Model | BX | Kadett |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1965 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1360 cc | 993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 47 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 109 Nm | 71 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75.1 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 61 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 700 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 3930 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2330 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 70 L |
