1966 Fiat OT vs. 1964 Opel Kadett
To start off, 1966 Fiat OT is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Opel Kadett. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Opel Kadett would be higher. At 1,280 cc (4 cylinders), 1966 Fiat OT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1966 Fiat OT (75 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 1964 Opel Kadett. (47 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1966 Fiat OT should accelerate faster than 1964 Opel Kadett. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 Fiat OT weights approximately 55 kg more than 1964 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, 1966 Fiat OT (134 Nm) has 64 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Opel Kadett. (70 Nm). This means 1966 Fiat OT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Opel Kadett.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Fiat OT | 1964 Opel Kadett | |
| Make | Fiat | Opel |
| Model | OT | Kadett |
| Year Released | 1966 | 1964 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1280 cc | 991 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 75 HP | 47 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 134 Nm | 70 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 75.5 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71.5 mm | 61 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 755 kg | 700 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3610 mm | 3930 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2030 mm | 2330 mm |
