1976 Opel Kadett vs. 2012 Fiat Panda
To start off, 2012 Fiat Panda is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Opel Kadett. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Opel Kadett would be higher. At 1,242 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Fiat Panda is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Fiat Panda (59 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1976 Opel Kadett. (51 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Fiat Panda should accelerate faster than 1976 Opel Kadett. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Fiat Panda weights approximately 175 kg more than 1976 Opel Kadett. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 Fiat Panda is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1976 Opel Kadett. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Fiat Panda will offer significantly more control. 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, 2012 Fiat Panda (102 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Opel Kadett. (80 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2012 Fiat Panda will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Opel Kadett.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Opel Kadett | 2012 Fiat Panda | |
| Make | Opel | Fiat |
| Model | Kadett | Panda |
| Year Released | 1976 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1194 cc | 1242 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 80 Nm | 102 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 70.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 61 mm | 78.9 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 790 kg | 965 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 3580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1640 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2310 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 30 L |
