1974 Alfa Romeo Giulia vs. 1965 Opel Kadett
To start off, 1974 Alfa Romeo Giulia is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Opel Kadett. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Opel Kadett would be higher. At 1,570 cc (4 cylinders), 1974 Alfa Romeo Giulia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Alfa Romeo Giulia (114 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 1965 Opel Kadett. (47 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1974 Alfa Romeo Giulia should accelerate faster than 1965 Opel Kadett. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Alfa Romeo Giulia weights approximately 340 kg more than 1965 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, 1974 Alfa Romeo Giulia (190 Nm) has 119 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Opel Kadett. (71 Nm). This means 1974 Alfa Romeo Giulia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Opel Kadett.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Alfa Romeo Giulia | 1965 Opel Kadett | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Opel |
| Model | Giulia | Kadett |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1965 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1570 cc | 993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 47 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 71 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 61 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1040 kg | 700 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 3930 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2330 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 46 L | 70 L |
