1961 Alfa Romeo Giulietta vs. 1976 Opel Kadett
To start off, 1976 Opel Kadett is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Alfa Romeo Giulietta would be higher. At 1,288 cc (4 cylinders), 1961 Alfa Romeo Giulietta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1961 Alfa Romeo Giulietta (76 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1976 Opel Kadett. (59 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1961 Alfa Romeo Giulietta should accelerate faster than 1976 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, 1961 Alfa Romeo Giulietta (112 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Opel Kadett. (90 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1961 Alfa Romeo Giulietta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Opel Kadett.
Compare all specifications:
1961 Alfa Romeo Giulietta | 1976 Opel Kadett | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Opel |
Model | Giulietta | Kadett |
Year Released | 1961 | 1976 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1288 cc | 1196 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 76 HP | 59 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 112 Nm | 90 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 2600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 79 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 61 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 820 kg | 820 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3930 mm | 4130 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1590 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2400 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 43 L |