1998 Alfa Romeo 145 vs. 1979 Opel Kadett
To start off, 1998 Alfa Romeo 145 is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Opel Kadett. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Opel Kadett would be higher. At 1,584 cc (4 cylinders), 1979 Opel Kadett is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Alfa Romeo 145 (102 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1979 Opel Kadett. (90 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Alfa Romeo 145 should accelerate faster than 1979 Opel Kadett. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Alfa Romeo 145 weights approximately 170 kg more than 1979 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, 1979 Opel Kadett (126 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Alfa Romeo 145. (124 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1979 Opel Kadett will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Alfa Romeo 145.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Alfa Romeo 145 | 1979 Opel Kadett | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Opel |
Model | 145 | Kadett |
Year Released | 1998 | 1979 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1370 cc | 1584 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 102 HP | 90 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 124 Nm | 126 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Vehicle Weight | 1140 kg | 970 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 4000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1670 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2400 mm |