1998 Fiat Seicento vs. 1988 Opel Kadett
To start off, 1998 Fiat Seicento is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Opel Kadett. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Opel Kadett would be higher. At 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Opel Kadett is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Opel Kadett (81 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 1998 Fiat Seicento. (38 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Opel Kadett should accelerate faster than 1998 Fiat Seicento.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1988 Opel Kadett (132 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 67 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Fiat Seicento. (65 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1988 Opel Kadett will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Fiat Seicento.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Fiat Seicento | 1988 Opel Kadett | |
| Make | Fiat | Opel |
| Model | Seicento | Kadett |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1988 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 899 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 38 HP | 81 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 65 Nm | 132 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 65 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 67.7 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Length | 3330 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1390 mm |
