1996 Fiat Palio vs. 1967 Opel Kadett
To start off, 1996 Fiat Palio is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Opel Kadett. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Opel Kadett would be higher. At 1,698 cc (4 cylinders), 1967 Opel Kadett is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Opel Kadett (75 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1996 Fiat Palio. (60 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1967 Opel Kadett should accelerate faster than 1996 Fiat Palio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Fiat Palio weights approximately 15 kg more than 1967 Opel Kadett.
Because 1967 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 1967 Opel Kadett. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Fiat Palio, 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, 1967 Opel Kadett (127 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 47 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Fiat Palio. (80 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1967 Opel Kadett will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Fiat Palio.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Fiat Palio | 1967 Opel Kadett | |
Make | Fiat | Opel |
Model | Palio | Kadett |
Year Released | 1996 | 1967 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 994 cc | 1698 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 60 HP | 75 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 80 Nm | 127 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2700 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 88 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 54.8 mm | 69.8 mm |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 895 kg | 880 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3740 mm | 4190 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1580 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2420 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 48 L | 44 L |