1968 Fiat 850 vs. 1995 Opel Kadett
To start off, 1995 Opel Kadett is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Fiat 850. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Fiat 850 would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Opel Kadett is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Opel Kadett (128 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 77 more horse power than 1968 Fiat 850. (51 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Opel Kadett should accelerate faster than 1968 Fiat 850.
Because 1968 Fiat 850 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 1968 Fiat 850. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 Opel Kadett, 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, 1995 Opel Kadett (180 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 115 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Fiat 850. (65 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1995 Opel Kadett will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Fiat 850.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Fiat 850 | 1995 Opel Kadett | |
| Make | Fiat | Opel |
| Model | 850 | Kadett |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1995 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 903 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 128 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 65 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3660 mm | 4060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2030 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 30 L | 55 L |
