1969 Alfa Romeo GT vs. 1977 Opel Kadett
To start off, 1977 Opel Kadett is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Alfa Romeo GT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Alfa Romeo GT would be higher. At 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 1977 Opel Kadett is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Alfa Romeo GT (103 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 1977 Opel Kadett. (74 HP @ 5100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 Alfa Romeo GT should accelerate faster than 1977 Opel Kadett. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Alfa Romeo GT weights approximately 140 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, 1969 Alfa Romeo GT (137 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Opel Kadett. (113 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1969 Alfa Romeo GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Opel Kadett. 1977 Opel Kadett has automatic transmission and 1969 Alfa Romeo GT has manual transmission. 1969 Alfa Romeo GT will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1977 Opel Kadett will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Alfa Romeo GT | 1977 Opel Kadett | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Opel |
| Model | GT | Kadett |
| Year Released | 1969 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1290 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 103 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 137 Nm | 113 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 69.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 8.8:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 970 kg | 830 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3910 mm | 4140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 43 L |
