1968 Alfa Romeo GTV vs. 1977 Opel Kadett
To start off, 1977 Opel Kadett is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Alfa Romeo GTV. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Alfa Romeo GTV would be higher. At 1,778 cc (4 cylinders), 1968 Alfa Romeo GTV is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Alfa Romeo GTV (132 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 1977 Opel Kadett. (75 HP @ 5100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Alfa Romeo GTV should accelerate faster than 1977 Opel Kadett. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Alfa Romeo GTV weights approximately 210 kg more than 1977 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, 1968 Alfa Romeo GTV (187 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 74 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Opel Kadett. (113 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1968 Alfa Romeo GTV will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Opel Kadett.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Alfa Romeo GTV | 1977 Opel Kadett | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Opel |
Model | GTV | Kadett |
Year Released | 1968 | 1977 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1778 cc | 1598 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 132 HP | 75 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5100 RPM |
Torque | 187 Nm | 113 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 85 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88.5 mm | 69.8 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 8.8:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1040 kg | 830 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4110 mm | 4150 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1590 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1340 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2680 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 46 L | 43 L |