2000 Alfa Romeo 147 vs. 1986 Opel Kadett
To start off, 2000 Alfa Romeo 147 is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Opel Kadett. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Opel Kadett would be higher. At 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Alfa Romeo 147 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Alfa Romeo 147 (118 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 1986 Opel Kadett. (81 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Alfa Romeo 147 should accelerate faster than 1986 Opel Kadett.
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, 2000 Alfa Romeo 147 (146 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Opel Kadett. (132 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2000 Alfa Romeo 147 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Opel Kadett.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Alfa Romeo 147 | 1986 Opel Kadett | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Opel |
| Model | 147 | Kadett |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1596 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 81 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 146 Nm | 132 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75.7 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Length | 4180 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1390 mm |
