1979 Opel Kadett vs. 2012 Fiat Panda
To start off, 2012 Fiat Panda is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Opel Kadett. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Opel Kadett would be higher. At 1,248 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Fiat Panda is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Fiat Panda (69 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 1979 Opel Kadett. (51 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Fiat Panda should accelerate faster than 1979 Opel Kadett. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Fiat Panda weights approximately 320 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.
Because 2012 Fiat Panda is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1979 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 (180 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 99 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Opel Kadett. (81 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2012 Fiat Panda will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Opel Kadett.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Opel Kadett | 2012 Fiat Panda | |
| Make | Opel | Fiat |
| Model | Kadett | Panda |
| Year Released | 1979 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1196 cc | 1248 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 69 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 81 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 69.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 61 mm | 82 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 820 kg | 1140 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 3540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1640 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2310 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 35 L |
