1962 Alfa Romeo Spider vs. 1985 Opel Kadett
To start off, 1985 Opel Kadett is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Alfa Romeo Spider. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Alfa Romeo Spider would be higher. At 2,582 cc (6 cylinders), 1962 Alfa Romeo Spider is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1962 Alfa Romeo Spider (163 HP) has 109 more horse power than 1985 Opel Kadett. (54 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1962 Alfa Romeo Spider should accelerate faster than 1985 Opel Kadett. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1962 Alfa Romeo Spider weights approximately 492 kg more than 1985 Opel Kadett. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1962 Alfa Romeo Spider (220 Nm) has 131 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Opel Kadett. (89 Nm). This means 1962 Alfa Romeo Spider will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Opel Kadett.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 Alfa Romeo Spider | 1985 Opel Kadett | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Opel |
| Model | Spider | Kadett |
| Year Released | 1962 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2582 cc | 1196 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 163 HP | 54 HP |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 89 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 77.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.6 mm | 63 mm |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1330 kg | 838 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4010 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2530 mm |
