1969 Fiat 850 vs. 1987 Opel Kadett
To start off, 1987 Opel Kadett is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Fiat 850. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Fiat 850 would be higher. At 1,596 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Opel Kadett is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Opel Kadett (81 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1969 Fiat 850. (51 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1987 Opel Kadett should accelerate faster than 1969 Fiat 850.
Because 1969 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 1969 Fiat 850. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1987 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, 1987 Opel Kadett (132 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 66 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Fiat 850. (66 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1987 Opel Kadett will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Fiat 850.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Fiat 850 | 1987 Opel Kadett | |
| Make | Fiat | Opel |
| Model | 850 | Kadett |
| Year Released | 1969 | 1987 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 903 cc | 1596 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 81 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 66 Nm | 132 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 65 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 68 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 3660 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1390 mm |
