1972 Alfa Romeo Junior vs. 1977 Opel Kadett
To start off, 1977 Opel Kadett is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Alfa Romeo Junior. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Alfa Romeo Junior would be higher. At 1,290 cc (4 cylinders), 1972 Alfa Romeo Junior is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Alfa Romeo Junior (86 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 1977 Opel Kadett. (47 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Alfa Romeo Junior should accelerate faster than 1977 Opel Kadett. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Alfa Romeo Junior weights approximately 178 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, 1972 Alfa Romeo Junior (115 Nm) has 44 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Opel Kadett. (71 Nm). This means 1972 Alfa Romeo Junior will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Opel Kadett.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Alfa Romeo Junior | 1977 Opel Kadett | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Opel |
| Model | Junior | Kadett |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1290 cc | 993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 86 HP | 47 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 115 Nm | 71 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 61 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 970 kg | 792 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3910 mm | 3900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2670 mm |
