1964 Fiat 500 vs. 1977 Opel Kadett
To start off, 1977 Opel Kadett is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Fiat 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Fiat 500 would be higher. At 993 cc (4 cylinders), 1977 Opel Kadett is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Opel Kadett (47 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1964 Fiat 500. (22 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1977 Opel Kadett should accelerate faster than 1964 Fiat 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Opel Kadett weights approximately 246 kg more than 1964 Fiat 500. 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, 1977 Opel Kadett (71 Nm) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Fiat 500. (36 Nm). This means 1977 Opel Kadett will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Fiat 500.
Compare all specifications:
| 1964 Fiat 500 | 1977 Opel Kadett | |
| Make | Fiat | Opel |
| Model | 500 | Kadett |
| Year Released | 1964 | 1977 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 499 cc | 993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 22 HP | 47 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 36 Nm | 71 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.3:1 | 8.8:1 |
| 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 | 546 kg | 792 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3190 mm | 3900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1330 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1950 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 44 L |
