1986 Fiat Panda vs. 1967 Opel Kadett
To start off, 1986 Fiat Panda is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Opel Kadett. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Opel Kadett would be higher. At 1,698 cc (4 cylinders), 1967 Opel Kadett is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Opel Kadett (75 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 1986 Fiat Panda. (36 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1967 Opel Kadett should accelerate faster than 1986 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Opel Kadett weights approximately 70 kg more than 1986 Fiat Panda. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1967 Opel Kadett 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 1967 Opel Kadett. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1986 Fiat Panda, 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, 1967 Opel Kadett (127 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 56 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Fiat Panda. (71 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1967 Opel Kadett will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Fiat Panda.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Fiat Panda | 1967 Opel Kadett | |
| Make | Fiat | Opel |
| Model | Panda | Kadett |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1967 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1302 cc | 1698 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 36 HP | 75 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 71 Nm | 127 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76.1 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71.5 mm | 69.8 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 810 kg | 880 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3420 mm | 4190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2170 mm | 2420 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 32 L | 44 L |
