1994 Fiat Punto vs. 1962 Opel Kadett
To start off, 1994 Fiat Punto 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 1,242 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Fiat Punto is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Fiat Punto (85 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 1962 Opel Kadett. (47 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Fiat Punto should accelerate faster than 1962 Opel Kadett. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Fiat Punto weights approximately 300 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 Fiat Punto, 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 Fiat Punto (113 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 43 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Opel Kadett. (70 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1994 Fiat Punto will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Opel Kadett.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Fiat Punto | 1962 Opel Kadett | |
| Make | Fiat | Opel |
| Model | Punto | Kadett |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1962 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1242 cc | 993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 47 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 113 Nm | 70 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 700 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3770 mm | 3930 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2330 mm |
