1989 Fiat Uno vs. 1978 Opel Kadett
To start off, 1989 Fiat Uno is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Opel Kadett. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Opel Kadett would be higher. At 1,114 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Fiat Uno is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Fiat Uno (57 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1978 Opel Kadett. (47 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Fiat Uno should accelerate faster than 1978 Opel Kadett. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Opel Kadett weights approximately 5 kg more than 1989 Fiat Uno.
Because 1978 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 1978 Opel Kadett. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1989 Fiat Uno, 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, 1989 Fiat Uno (86 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Opel Kadett. (71 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1989 Fiat Uno will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Opel Kadett.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Fiat Uno | 1978 Opel Kadett | |
| Make | Fiat | Opel |
| Model | Uno | Kadett |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1114 cc | 992 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 57 HP | 47 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 86 Nm | 71 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 55.5 mm | 61 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 8.8:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 815 kg | 820 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3700 mm | 3900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2520 mm |
