1974 Fiat 130 vs. 1979 Opel Kadett
To start off, 1979 Opel Kadett is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Fiat 130. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Fiat 130 would be higher. At 3,238 cc (6 cylinders), 1974 Fiat 130 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Fiat 130 (163 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 116 more horse power than 1979 Opel Kadett. (47 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1974 Fiat 130 should accelerate faster than 1979 Opel Kadett. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Fiat 130 weights approximately 810 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.
Let's talk about torque, 1974 Fiat 130 (256 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 185 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Opel Kadett. (71 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1974 Fiat 130 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Opel Kadett.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Fiat 130 | 1979 Opel Kadett | |
| Make | Fiat | Opel |
| Model | 130 | Kadett |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3238 cc | 993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 163 HP | 47 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 256 Nm | 71 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 102 mm | 72.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 66 mm | 61 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1600 kg | 790 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 3900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2640 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 43 L |
