1980 Opel Kadett vs. 2010 Ford Fiesta
To start off, 2010 Ford Fiesta is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Opel Kadett. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Opel Kadett would be higher. At 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 1980 Opel Kadett is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Opel Kadett (91 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2010 Ford Fiesta. (89 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 Opel Kadett should accelerate faster than 2010 Ford Fiesta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Ford Fiesta weights approximately 16 kg more than 1980 Opel Kadett.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear 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, 2010 Ford Fiesta (185 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Opel Kadett. (124 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2010 Ford Fiesta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Opel Kadett.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Opel Kadett | 2010 Ford Fiesta | |
| Make | Opel | Ford |
| Model | Kadett | Fiesta |
| Year Released | 1980 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1597 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 91 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 124 Nm | 185 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 17.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 950 kg | 966 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 3960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2500 mm |
