1994 Alfa Romeo 145 vs. 1962 Opel Kadett
To start off, 1994 Alfa Romeo 145 is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Opel Kadett. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Opel Kadett would be higher. At 1,712 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Alfa Romeo 145 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Alfa Romeo 145 (129 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 82 more horse power than 1962 Opel Kadett. (47 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Alfa Romeo 145 should accelerate faster than 1962 Opel Kadett. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Alfa Romeo 145 weights approximately 490 kg more than 1962 Opel Kadett. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1962 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 1962 Opel Kadett. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1994 Alfa Romeo 145, 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, 1994 Alfa Romeo 145 (149 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 79 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Opel Kadett. (70 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1994 Alfa Romeo 145 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Opel Kadett.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Alfa Romeo 145 | 1962 Opel Kadett | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Opel |
| Model | 145 | Kadett |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1962 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1712 cc | 993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 47 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 149 Nm | 70 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1190 kg | 700 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 3930 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2330 mm |
