1970 Alfa Romeo GTA vs. 1985 Opel Kadett
To start off, 1985 Opel Kadett is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Alfa Romeo GTA. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Alfa Romeo GTA would be higher. At 1,290 cc (4 cylinders), 1970 Alfa Romeo GTA is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Alfa Romeo GTA (93 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 1985 Opel Kadett. (59 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 Alfa Romeo GTA should accelerate faster than 1985 Opel Kadett. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Alfa Romeo GTA weights approximately 16 kg more than 1985 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, 1970 Alfa Romeo GTA (140 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 52 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Opel Kadett. (88 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1970 Alfa Romeo GTA will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Opel Kadett.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Alfa Romeo GTA | 1985 Opel Kadett | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Opel |
| Model | GTA | Kadett |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1985 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1290 cc | 1196 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 93 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 140 Nm | 88 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78.1 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 67.5 mm | 61 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 790 kg | 774 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4090 mm | 4110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2530 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 46 L | 40 L |
