1972 Fiat 124 vs. 1985 Opel Kadett
To start off, 1985 Opel Kadett is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Fiat 124. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Fiat 124 would be higher. At 1,747 cc (4 cylinders), 1972 Fiat 124 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Fiat 124 (116 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 1985 Opel Kadett. (59 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Fiat 124 should accelerate faster than 1985 Opel Kadett. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Fiat 124 weights approximately 192 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, 1972 Fiat 124 (152 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 64 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Opel Kadett. (88 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1972 Fiat 124 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Opel Kadett.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Fiat 124 | 1985 Opel Kadett | |
| Make | Fiat | Opel |
| Model | 124 | Kadett |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1747 cc | 1196 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 116 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 152 Nm | 88 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.2 mm | 61 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 185 km/hour | 140 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 966 kg | 774 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 4110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2530 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 40 L |
