1971 Fiat 125 vs. 1967 Opel Kadett
To start off, 1971 Fiat 125 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Opel Kadett. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Opel Kadett would be higher. At 1,608 cc (4 cylinders), 1971 Fiat 125 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Fiat 125 (90 HP) has 37 more horse power than 1967 Opel Kadett. (53 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1971 Fiat 125 should accelerate faster than 1967 Opel Kadett. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Fiat 125 weights approximately 190 kg more than 1967 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, 1971 Fiat 125 (131 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 48 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Opel Kadett. (83 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1971 Fiat 125 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Opel Kadett.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Fiat 125 | 1967 Opel Kadett | |
| Make | Fiat | Opel |
| Model | 125 | Kadett |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1967 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1608 cc | 1078 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 53 HP |
| Torque | 131 Nm | 83 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 770 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2420 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 70 L |
