1985 Fiat 126 vs. 1975 Opel Kadett
To start off, 1985 Fiat 126 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Opel Kadett. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Opel Kadett would be higher. At 1,196 cc (4 cylinders), 1975 Opel Kadett is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Opel Kadett (51 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 1985 Fiat 126. (24 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1975 Opel Kadett should accelerate faster than 1985 Fiat 126. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Opel Kadett weights approximately 232 kg more than 1985 Fiat 126. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front 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, 1975 Opel Kadett (81 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Fiat 126. (42 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1975 Opel Kadett will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Fiat 126. 1975 Opel Kadett has automatic transmission and 1985 Fiat 126 has manual transmission. 1985 Fiat 126 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1975 Opel Kadett will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Fiat 126 | 1975 Opel Kadett | |
| Make | Fiat | Opel |
| Model | 126 | Kadett |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 652 cc | 1196 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 24 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 42 Nm | 81 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 61 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 588 kg | 820 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3130 mm | 4150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1390 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1850 mm | 2410 mm |
