1958 Alfa Romeo Giulietta vs. 1978 Opel Kadett
To start off, 1978 Opel Kadett is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Alfa Romeo Giulietta would be higher. At 1,290 cc (4 cylinders), 1958 Alfa Romeo Giulietta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1958 Alfa Romeo Giulietta (52 HP) has 1 more horse power than 1978 Opel Kadett. (51 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1958 Alfa Romeo Giulietta should accelerate faster than 1978 Opel Kadett. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 Alfa Romeo Giulietta weights approximately 85 kg more than 1978 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, 1958 Alfa Romeo Giulietta (94 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Opel Kadett. (80 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1958 Alfa Romeo Giulietta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Opel Kadett.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 Alfa Romeo Giulietta | 1978 Opel Kadett | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Opel |
| Model | Giulietta | Kadett |
| Year Released | 1958 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1290 cc | 1196 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 52 HP | 51 HP |
| Torque | 94 Nm | 80 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 875 kg | 790 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2410 mm |
