Opel Kadett A

Opel Kadett A
Overview
Manufacturer	Opel (General Motors)
Production	1962–1965
Assembly	Germany: Bochum
Body and chassis
Class	Small family car (C)
Body style	2-door saloon 3-door Car-A-Van (estate) 2-door Coupé
Layout	FR layout
Related	Vauxhall Viva HA
Powertrain
Engine	993 cc 10N/S OHV I4
Transmission	4-speed manual all-synchromesh
Dimensions
Wheelbase	2,325 mm (91.5 in)
Length	3,923 mm (154.4 in) or 3,990 mm (157 in) ("L" models featuring bumper overriders)
Width	1,470 mm (58 in) 1,483 mm (58.4 in) (Car-A-Van)
Height	1,410 mm (56 in) (saloon) 1,397 mm (55.0 in) (coupé)
Chronology
Predecessor	Opel Kadett I
Successor	Opel Kadett B

The Opel Kadett was reintroduced by Opel in 1962, with deliveries beginning on 2 October, a little more than 22 years after the original model was discontinued in May 1940.^[1] Like the original Kadett, the new car (designated the "Kadett A") was a small family car, although it was now available in 2-door saloon, 3-door Car-A-Van (estate) and coupé versions.