1996 Alfa Romeo 145 vs. 1977 Opel Kadett
To start off, 1996 Alfa Romeo 145 is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Opel Kadett. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Opel Kadett would be higher. At 1,370 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Alfa Romeo 145 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Alfa Romeo 145 (102 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 1977 Opel Kadett. (47 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Alfa Romeo 145 should accelerate faster than 1977 Opel Kadett. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Alfa Romeo 145 weights approximately 343 kg more than 1977 Opel Kadett. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1996 Alfa Romeo 145 (124 Nm) has 53 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Opel Kadett. (71 Nm). This means 1996 Alfa Romeo 145 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Opel Kadett.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Alfa Romeo 145 | 1977 Opel Kadett | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Opel |
| Model | 145 | Kadett |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1370 cc | 993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 102 HP | 47 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 124 Nm | 71 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1135 kg | 792 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 3900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2670 mm |
