1996 Fiat Coupe vs. 1970 Opel Kadett
To start off, 1996 Fiat Coupe is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Opel Kadett. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Opel Kadett would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Fiat Coupe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Fiat Coupe (193 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 149 more horse power than 1970 Opel Kadett. (44 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Fiat Coupe should accelerate faster than 1970 Opel Kadett. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Fiat Coupe weights approximately 535 kg more than 1970 Opel Kadett. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1970 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 1970 Opel Kadett. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Fiat Coupe, 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, 1996 Fiat Coupe (302 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 226 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Opel Kadett. (76 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1996 Fiat Coupe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Opel Kadett.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Fiat Coupe | 1970 Opel Kadett | |
| Make | Fiat | Opel |
| Model | Coupe | Kadett |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 1078 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 193 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 302 Nm | 76 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1290 kg | 755 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2420 mm |
