1953 Fiat 1400 vs. 1974 Opel Kadett
To start off, 1974 Opel Kadett is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 Fiat 1400. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 Fiat 1400 would be higher. At 1,395 cc (4 cylinders), 1953 Fiat 1400 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Opel Kadett (51 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1953 Fiat 1400. (43 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1974 Opel Kadett should accelerate faster than 1953 Fiat 1400. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1953 Fiat 1400 weights approximately 310 kg more than 1974 Opel Kadett.
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, 1953 Fiat 1400 (87 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Opel Kadett. (80 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1953 Fiat 1400 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Opel Kadett.
Compare all specifications:
1953 Fiat 1400 | 1974 Opel Kadett | |
Make | Fiat | Opel |
Model | 1400 | Kadett |
Year Released | 1953 | 1974 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1395 cc | 1194 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 43 HP | 51 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 87 Nm | 80 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1130 kg | 820 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4150 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1590 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1340 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2410 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 43 L |