1960 Fiat 1200 vs. 1977 Opel Kadett
To start off, 1977 Opel Kadett is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Fiat 1200. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Fiat 1200 would be higher. At 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 1977 Opel Kadett is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Opel Kadett (74 HP) has 21 more horse power than 1960 Fiat 1200. (53 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1977 Opel Kadett should accelerate faster than 1960 Fiat 1200. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1960 Fiat 1200 weights approximately 110 kg more than 1977 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, 1977 Opel Kadett (113 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Fiat 1200. (81 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1977 Opel Kadett will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Fiat 1200.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Fiat 1200 | 1977 Opel Kadett | |
| Make | Fiat | Opel |
| Model | 1200 | Kadett |
| Year Released | 1960 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1221 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 74 HP |
| Torque | 81 Nm | 113 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 69.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 6.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 925 kg | 815 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3930 mm | 3900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1460 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 37 L | 44 L |
