1960 Fiat 600 vs. 1967 Opel Kadett
To start off, 1967 Opel Kadett is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Fiat 600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Fiat 600 would be higher. At 1,078 cc (4 cylinders), 1967 Opel Kadett is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Opel Kadett (53 HP) has 30 more horse power than 1960 Fiat 600. (23 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1967 Opel Kadett should accelerate faster than 1960 Fiat 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1960 Fiat 600 weights approximately 60 kg more than 1967 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, 1967 Opel Kadett (83 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 38 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Fiat 600. (45 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1967 Opel Kadett will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Fiat 600.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Fiat 600 | 1967 Opel Kadett | |
| Make | Fiat | Opel |
| Model | 600 | Kadett |
| Year Released | 1960 | 1967 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 767 cc | 1078 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 23 HP | 53 HP |
| Torque | 45 Nm | 83 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.5:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 830 kg | 770 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 4190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1590 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2420 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 70 L |
