1962 Fiat 2300 vs. 1979 Opel Kadett
To start off, 1979 Opel Kadett is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Fiat 2300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Fiat 2300 would be higher. At 2,279 cc (6 cylinders), 1962 Fiat 2300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1962 Fiat 2300 (104 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 1979 Opel Kadett. (51 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1962 Fiat 2300 should accelerate faster than 1979 Opel Kadett. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1962 Fiat 2300 weights approximately 490 kg more than 1979 Opel Kadett. 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, 1962 Fiat 2300 (167 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 86 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Opel Kadett. (81 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1962 Fiat 2300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Opel Kadett.
Compare all specifications:
1962 Fiat 2300 | 1979 Opel Kadett | |
Make | Fiat | Opel |
Model | 2300 | Kadett |
Year Released | 1962 | 1979 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2279 cc | 1196 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 104 HP | 51 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 167 Nm | 81 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1310 kg | 820 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 4150 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1590 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1340 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2410 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 43 L |