1995 Fiat Brava vs. 1975 Opel Kadett
To start off, 1995 Fiat Brava is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Opel Kadett. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Opel Kadett would be higher. At 1,745 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Fiat Brava is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Fiat Brava (116 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 1975 Opel Kadett. (51 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Fiat Brava should accelerate faster than 1975 Opel Kadett. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Fiat Brava weights approximately 340 kg more than 1975 Opel Kadett. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1975 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 1975 Opel Kadett. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 Fiat Brava, 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, 1995 Fiat Brava (154 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 74 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Opel Kadett. (80 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1995 Fiat Brava will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Opel Kadett.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Fiat Brava | 1975 Opel Kadett | |
| Make | Fiat | Opel |
| Model | Brava | Kadett |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1975 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1745 cc | 1196 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 116 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 154 Nm | 80 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.8 mm | 61 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1130 kg | 790 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 4140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2410 mm |
