1963 Opel Kadett vs. 2010 Fiat Fiorino
To start off, 2010 Fiat Fiorino is newer by 47 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Opel Kadett. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Opel Kadett would be higher. At 1,248 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Fiat Fiorino is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Fiat Fiorino (74 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 1963 Opel Kadett. (47 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Fiat Fiorino should accelerate faster than 1963 Opel Kadett. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Fiat Fiorino weights approximately 468 kg more than 1963 Opel Kadett. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1963 Opel Kadett is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1963 Opel Kadett. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Fiat Fiorino, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2010 Fiat Fiorino (190 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 120 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Opel Kadett. (70 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2010 Fiat Fiorino will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Opel Kadett.
Compare all specifications:
1963 Opel Kadett | 2010 Fiat Fiorino | |
Make | Opel | Fiat |
Model | Kadett | Fiorino |
Year Released | 1963 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 993 cc | 1248 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 47 HP | 74 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 70 Nm | 190 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 69.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 61 mm | 82 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 702 kg | 1170 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3930 mm | 3870 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1730 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2330 mm | 2520 mm |