1959 Abarth Bialbero vs. 1979 Opel Kadett
To start off, 1979 Opel Kadett is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Abarth Bialbero. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Abarth Bialbero would be higher. At 1,196 cc (4 cylinders), 1979 Opel Kadett is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Abarth Bialbero (60 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1979 Opel Kadett. (52 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Abarth Bialbero should accelerate faster than 1979 Opel Kadett. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Opel Kadett weights approximately 292 kg more than 1959 Abarth Bialbero.
Because 1959 Abarth Bialbero is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1959 Abarth Bialbero. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1979 Opel Kadett, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1979 Opel Kadett (83 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Abarth Bialbero. (69 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1979 Opel Kadett will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Abarth Bialbero.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Abarth Bialbero | 1979 Opel Kadett | |
Make | Abarth | Opel |
Model | Bialbero | Kadett |
Year Released | 1959 | 1979 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 745 cc | 1196 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 60 HP | 52 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 69 Nm | 83 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 543 kg | 835 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3480 mm | 4130 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1360 mm | 1570 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1340 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2530 mm |