1954 Fiat 1900 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 1900. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Fiat 1900 would be higher. At 1,901 cc (4 cylinders), 1954 Fiat 1900 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1954 Fiat 1900 (52 HP @ 3700 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1973 Opel Kadett. (47 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1954 Fiat 1900 should accelerate faster than 1973 Opel Kadett. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1954 Fiat 1900 weights approximately 415 kg more than 1973 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, 1954 Fiat 1900 (130 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 59 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Opel Kadett. (71 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 1954 Fiat 1900 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Opel Kadett.
Compare all specifications:
| 1954 Fiat 1900 | 1973 Opel Kadett | |
| Make | Fiat | Opel |
| Model | 1900 | 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 | 52 HP | 47 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3700 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 130 Nm | 71 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.1 mm | 72.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 61 mm |
| 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 | 1175 kg | 760 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4340 mm | 4190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2400 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 43 L |
