Germany vs Germany — 1975 vs 1968
| Kadett GT/E Coupe | GT 1900 | |
|---|---|---|
| Horsepower | 105 hp | 90 hp |
| Torque | 117 lb-ft | 109 lb-ft |
| Engine Size | 1,897 cc | 1,897 cc |
| 0-60 mph | 10.0 sec | 9.2 sec |
| Top Speed | 115 mph | 115 mph |
| ¼ Mile | 17.5 sec | 17.0 sec |
| Weight | 2,116 lbs | 2,050 lbs |
| Wheelbase | 2,518 mm | 2,400 mm |
| Length | 4,210 mm | 4,145 mm |
| Units Produced | 18,500 | 103,373 |
| Original MSRP | — | $3,395 |
| Value (Excellent) | $35,000 | $35,000 |
| Collectibility | 6/10 | 7/10 |
| Rarity | 7/10 | 6/10 |
Two outstanding machines, each with compelling strengths. The 1975 Opel Kadett GT/E Coupe excels in more power, greater rarity, better value, while the 1968 Opel GT 1900 stands out for quicker acceleration, stronger collectibility. The best advice? Drive both if you can, then follow your instincts.
The 1975 Opel Kadett GT/E Coupe and 1968 Opel GT 1900 share a manufacturer in Opel, but that's where the similarities get interesting. These two models reveal the versatility and ambition of the Opel brand. On paper, the two are remarkably close in power output, with the 1975 Opel Kadett GT/E Coupe producing 105 hp and the 1968 Opel GT 1900 delivering 90 hp. Under the hood, the contrast is notable: the Opel Kadett uses a Inline-4 OHC displacing 1,897 cc, while the Opel GT relies on a Inline-4 with 1,897 cc. In the sprint to 60 mph, the 1968 Opel GT 1900 edges ahead at 9.2 seconds versus 10.0 seconds. Rarity plays a significant role here — with only 18,500 units built, the 1975 Opel Kadett GT/E Coupe is considerably scarcer than the Opel GT's 103,373 examples.