1965 Fiat Coupe vs. 1963 Opel Kadett
To start off, 1965 Fiat Coupe is newer by 2 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 2,277 cc (6 cylinders), 1965 Fiat Coupe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1965 Fiat Coupe (148 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 101 more horse power than 1963 Opel Kadett. (47 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1965 Fiat Coupe should accelerate faster than 1963 Opel Kadett. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1965 Fiat Coupe weights approximately 528 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.
Let's talk about torque, 1965 Fiat Coupe (200 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 130 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Opel Kadett. (70 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1965 Fiat Coupe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Opel Kadett.
Compare all specifications:
1965 Fiat Coupe | 1963 Opel Kadett | |
Make | Fiat | Opel |
Model | Coupe | Kadett |
Year Released | 1965 | 1963 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2277 cc | 993 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 47 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 200 Nm | 70 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 72 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 61 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1230 kg | 702 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 3930 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1480 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2330 mm |