1961 Fiat 1300 vs. 1986 Opel Kadett
To start off, 1986 Opel Kadett is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Fiat 1300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Fiat 1300 would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 Opel Kadett is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Opel Kadett (115 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 1961 Fiat 1300. (71 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1986 Opel Kadett should accelerate faster than 1961 Fiat 1300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Opel Kadett weights approximately 85 kg more than 1961 Fiat 1300. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1986 Opel Kadett (178 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 72 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Fiat 1300. (106 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1986 Opel Kadett will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Fiat 1300.
Compare all specifications:
1961 Fiat 1300 | 1986 Opel Kadett | |
Make | Fiat | Opel |
Model | 1300 | Kadett |
Year Released | 1961 | 1986 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1481 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 71 HP | 115 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 106 Nm | 178 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 77 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 86 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 1045 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 4000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1670 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1390 mm |