1954 Fiat 1400 vs. 1973 Opel Kadett
To start off, 1973 Opel Kadett is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Fiat 1400. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Fiat 1400 would be higher. At 1,901 cc (4 cylinders), 1954 Fiat 1400 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Opel Kadett (47 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1954 Fiat 1400. (39 HP @ 3200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1973 Opel Kadett should accelerate faster than 1954 Fiat 1400. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1954 Fiat 1400 weights approximately 425 kg more than 1973 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, 1954 Fiat 1400 (134 Nm) has 63 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Opel Kadett. (71 Nm). This means 1954 Fiat 1400 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Opel Kadett.
Compare all specifications:
| 1954 Fiat 1400 | 1973 Opel Kadett | |
| Make | Fiat | Opel |
| Model | 1400 | Kadett |
| Year Released | 1954 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1901 cc | 1078 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 39 HP | 47 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 134 Nm | 71 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 20.0:1 | 8.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1185 kg | 760 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2400 mm |
