1988 Fiat Tipo vs. 1979 Opel Kadett
To start off, 1988 Fiat Tipo is newer by 9 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 1,372 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Fiat Tipo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Fiat Tipo (72 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1979 Opel Kadett. (52 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Fiat Tipo should accelerate faster than 1979 Opel Kadett. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Fiat Tipo weights approximately 110 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.
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, 1988 Fiat Tipo (109 Nm @ 2900 RPM) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Opel Kadett. (83 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1988 Fiat Tipo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Opel Kadett.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Fiat Tipo | 1979 Opel Kadett | |
| Make | Fiat | Opel |
| Model | Tipo | Kadett |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1979 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1372 cc | 1196 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 72 HP | 52 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 109 Nm | 83 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80.5 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 67.4 mm | 61 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 7.8:1 |
| Top Speed | 160 km/hour | 142 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 945 kg | 835 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 4130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2530 mm |
