1953 Fiat 1100 vs. 1978 Opel Kadett
To start off, 1978 Opel Kadett is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 Fiat 1100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 Fiat 1100 would be higher. At 1,196 cc (4 cylinders), 1978 Opel Kadett is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1953 Fiat 1100 (52 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1978 Opel Kadett. (51 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1953 Fiat 1100 should accelerate faster than 1978 Opel Kadett. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1953 Fiat 1100 weights approximately 40 kg more than 1978 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, 1978 Opel Kadett (80 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Fiat 1100. (73 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 1978 Opel Kadett will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 Fiat 1100.
Compare all specifications:
1953 Fiat 1100 | 1978 Opel Kadett | |
Make | Fiat | Opel |
Model | 1100 | Kadett |
Year Released | 1953 | 1978 |
Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1088 cc | 1196 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 52 HP | 51 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 73 Nm | 80 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 68 mm | 79 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 74.9 mm | 61 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 830 kg | 790 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3790 mm | 4140 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1590 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1290 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2410 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 43 L |