1958 Fiat 1200 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 Fiat 1200. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Fiat 1200 would be higher. At 1,221 cc (4 cylinders), 1958 Fiat 1200 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Opel Kadett (59 HP) has 6 more horse power than 1958 Fiat 1200. (53 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1978 Opel Kadett should accelerate faster than 1958 Fiat 1200. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 Fiat 1200 weights approximately 105 kg more than 1978 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, 1978 Opel Kadett (90 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Fiat 1200. (82 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1978 Opel Kadett will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Fiat 1200.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 Fiat 1200 | 1978 Opel Kadett | |
| Make | Fiat | Opel |
| Model | 1200 | Kadett |
| Year Released | 1958 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1221 cc | 1196 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 59 HP |
| Torque | 82 Nm | 90 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 61 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 925 kg | 820 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 4130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1460 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2400 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 37 L | 43 L |
