1972 Fiat 126 vs. 1967 Opel Kadett
To start off, 1972 Fiat 126 is newer by 5 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 1,897 cc (4 cylinders), 1967 Opel Kadett is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Opel Kadett (90 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 66 more horse power than 1972 Fiat 126. (24 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1967 Opel Kadett should accelerate faster than 1972 Fiat 126. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Opel Kadett weights approximately 250 kg more than 1972 Fiat 126. 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, 1967 Opel Kadett (147 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 105 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Fiat 126. (42 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1967 Opel Kadett will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Fiat 126.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Fiat 126 | 1967 Opel Kadett | |
| Make | Fiat | Opel |
| Model | 126 | Kadett |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1967 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 652 cc | 1897 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 24 HP | 90 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 42 Nm | 147 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 77 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 69.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.5:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 580 kg | 830 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3130 mm | 4190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1390 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1850 mm | 2400 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 20 L | 44 L |
