1954 Alfa Romeo Giulietta vs. 1977 Opel Kadett
To start off, 1977 Opel Kadett is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Alfa Romeo Giulietta would be higher. At 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 1977 Opel Kadett is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1954 Alfa Romeo Giulietta (76 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1977 Opel Kadett. (74 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1954 Alfa Romeo Giulietta should accelerate faster than 1977 Opel Kadett. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1954 Alfa Romeo Giulietta weights approximately 35 kg more than 1977 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, 1977 Opel Kadett (113 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. (112 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1977 Opel Kadett will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Alfa Romeo Giulietta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1954 Alfa Romeo Giulietta | 1977 Opel Kadett | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Opel |
| Model | Giulietta | Kadett |
| Year Released | 1954 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1290 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 76 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 112 Nm | 113 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 6.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 166 km/hour | 150 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 820 kg | 785 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3990 mm | 4140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2500 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 70 L |
