1997 Alfa Romeo 145 vs. 1978 Opel Kadett
To start off, 1997 Alfa Romeo 145 is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Opel Kadett. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Opel Kadett would be higher. At 1,370 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Alfa Romeo 145 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Alfa Romeo 145 (102 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 1978 Opel Kadett. (51 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Alfa Romeo 145 should accelerate faster than 1978 Opel Kadett. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Alfa Romeo 145 weights approximately 315 kg more than 1978 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, 1997 Alfa Romeo 145 (124 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 44 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Opel Kadett. (80 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1997 Alfa Romeo 145 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Opel Kadett.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Alfa Romeo 145 | 1978 Opel Kadett | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Opel |
| Model | 145 | Kadett |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1370 cc | 1194 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 102 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 124 Nm | 80 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1135 kg | 820 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 4150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2410 mm |
