1999 Fiat Palio vs. 1962 Opel Kadett
To start off, 1999 Fiat Palio is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Opel Kadett. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Opel Kadett would be higher. At 1,242 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Fiat Palio is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Fiat Palio (72 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1962 Opel Kadett. (47 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Fiat Palio should accelerate faster than 1962 Opel Kadett. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Fiat Palio weights approximately 440 kg more than 1962 Opel Kadett. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1962 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 1962 Opel Kadett. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 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, 1999 Fiat Palio (104 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Opel Kadett. (70 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1999 Fiat Palio will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Opel Kadett.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Fiat Palio | 1962 Opel Kadett | |
| Make | Fiat | Opel |
| Model | Palio | Kadett |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1962 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1242 cc | 993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 72 HP | 47 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 104 Nm | 70 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1140 kg | 700 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 3930 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2330 mm |
