1997 Fiat Punto vs. 1967 Opel Kadett
To start off, 1997 Fiat Punto is newer by 30 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 1,897 cc (4 cylinders), 1967 Opel Kadett is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Opel Kadett (90 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 1997 Fiat Punto. (59 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1967 Opel Kadett should accelerate faster than 1997 Fiat Punto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Fiat Punto weights approximately 130 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, 1997 Fiat Punto, 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 (147 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 51 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Fiat Punto. (96 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1967 Opel Kadett will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Fiat Punto.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Fiat Punto | 1967 Opel Kadett | |
| Make | Fiat | Opel |
| Model | Punto | Kadett |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1967 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1242 cc | 1897 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 90 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 96 Nm | 147 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 55.5 mm | 69.8 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 830 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3770 mm | 4190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2400 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 44 L |
