1985 Alfa Romeo 75 vs. 1984 Opel Kadett
To start off, 1985 Alfa Romeo 75 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Opel Kadett. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Opel Kadett would be higher. At 1,964 cc (4 cylinders), 1985 Alfa Romeo 75 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Alfa Romeo 75 (126 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 73 more horse power than 1984 Opel Kadett. (53 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Alfa Romeo 75 should accelerate faster than 1984 Opel Kadett.
Because 1985 Alfa Romeo 75 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1985 Alfa Romeo 75. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1984 Opel Kadett, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1985 Alfa Romeo 75 (178 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Opel Kadett. (98 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1985 Alfa Romeo 75 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Opel Kadett.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Alfa Romeo 75 | 1984 Opel Kadett | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Opel |
| Model | 75 | Kadett |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1964 cc | 1596 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 126 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 178 Nm | 98 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Length | 4340 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2530 mm |
