1955 Abarth 600 vs. 1966 Opel Kadett
To start off, 1966 Opel Kadett is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Abarth 600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Abarth 600 would be higher. At 1,078 cc (4 cylinders), 1966 Opel Kadett is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1966 Opel Kadett (44 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1955 Abarth 600. (41 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1966 Opel Kadett should accelerate faster than 1955 Abarth 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 Opel Kadett weights approximately 167 kg more than 1955 Abarth 600. 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, 1966 Opel Kadett (74 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Abarth 600. (54 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1966 Opel Kadett will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Abarth 600.
Compare all specifications:
| 1955 Abarth 600 | 1966 Opel Kadett | |
| Make | Abarth | Opel |
| Model | 600 | Kadett |
| Year Released | 1955 | 1966 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 747 cc | 1078 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 41 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 54 Nm | 74 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 61 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 64 mm | 61 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 8.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 588 kg | 755 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3300 mm | 4190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1390 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2430 mm |
