1970 Alfa Romeo Spider vs. 1988 Opel Kadett
To start off, 1988 Opel Kadett is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Alfa Romeo Spider. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Alfa Romeo Spider would be higher. At 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Opel Kadett is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Alfa Romeo Spider (103 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 1988 Opel Kadett. (81 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 Alfa Romeo Spider should accelerate faster than 1988 Opel Kadett.
Because 1970 Alfa Romeo Spider 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 1970 Alfa Romeo Spider. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1988 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, 1970 Alfa Romeo Spider (138 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Opel Kadett. (132 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1970 Alfa Romeo Spider will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Opel Kadett.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Alfa Romeo Spider | 1988 Opel Kadett | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Opel |
| Model | Spider | Kadett |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1988 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1290 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 103 HP | 81 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 138 Nm | 132 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 67.5 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1390 mm |
