1973 Fiat 124 vs. 1979 Opel Kadett
To start off, 1979 Opel Kadett is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Fiat 124. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Fiat 124 would be higher. At 1,197 cc (4 cylinders), 1973 Fiat 124 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Fiat 124 (59 HP) has 12 more horse power than 1979 Opel Kadett. (47 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Fiat 124 should accelerate faster than 1979 Opel Kadett. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Fiat 124 weights approximately 140 kg more than 1979 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, 1973 Fiat 124 (87 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Opel Kadett. (71 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1973 Fiat 124 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Opel Kadett.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Fiat 124 | 1979 Opel Kadett | |
| Make | Fiat | Opel |
| Model | 124 | Kadett |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1197 cc | 993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 47 HP |
| Torque | 87 Nm | 71 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 73.1 mm | 72.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71.5 mm | 61 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 8.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 790 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 3900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2640 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 43 L |
