1973 Fiat 126 vs. 1962 Opel Kadett
To start off, 1973 Fiat 126 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Opel Kadett. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Opel Kadett would be higher. At 993 cc (4 cylinders), 1962 Opel Kadett is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1962 Opel Kadett (47 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 1973 Fiat 126. (23 HP @ 4700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1962 Opel Kadett should accelerate faster than 1973 Fiat 126. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1962 Opel Kadett weights approximately 120 kg more than 1973 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, 1962 Opel Kadett (70 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Fiat 126. (39 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1962 Opel Kadett will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Fiat 126.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Fiat 126 | 1962 Opel Kadett | |
| Make | Fiat | Opel |
| Model | 126 | Kadett |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1962 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 594 cc | 993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 23 HP | 47 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4700 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 39 Nm | 70 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 580 kg | 700 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3060 mm | 3930 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1380 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1850 mm | 2330 mm |
