1955 Fiat 1100 vs. 1973 Opel Kadett
To start off, 1973 Opel Kadett is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Fiat 1100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Fiat 1100 would be higher. At 1,196 cc (4 cylinders), 1973 Opel Kadett is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Opel Kadett (51 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 1955 Fiat 1100. (35 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1973 Opel Kadett should accelerate faster than 1955 Fiat 1100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1955 Fiat 1100 weights approximately 20 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, 1973 Opel Kadett (80 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Fiat 1100. (68 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1973 Opel Kadett will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Fiat 1100.
Compare all specifications:
| 1955 Fiat 1100 | 1973 Opel Kadett | |
| Make | Fiat | Opel |
| Model | 1100 | Kadett |
| Year Released | 1955 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1089 cc | 1196 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 35 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 68 Nm | 80 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 68 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 74.9 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 | 815 kg | 795 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3780 mm | 3900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1460 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 43 L |
