1968 Lancia Fulvia vs. 1976 Opel Kadett
To start off, 1976 Opel Kadett is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Lancia Fulvia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Lancia Fulvia would be higher. At 1,298 cc (4 cylinders), 1968 Lancia Fulvia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Lancia Fulvia (101 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 1976 Opel Kadett. (51 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Lancia Fulvia should accelerate faster than 1976 Opel Kadett. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Lancia Fulvia weights approximately 180 kg more than 1976 Opel Kadett. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1976 Opel Kadett 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 1976 Opel Kadett. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1968 Lancia Fulvia, 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, 1968 Lancia Fulvia (120 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Opel Kadett. (80 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1968 Lancia Fulvia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Opel Kadett.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Lancia Fulvia | 1976 Opel Kadett | |
| Make | Lancia | Opel |
| Model | Fulvia | Kadett |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1976 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1298 cc | 1194 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 101 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 120 Nm | 80 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 970 kg | 790 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3990 mm | 4140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 43 L |
