2000 Fiat Coupe vs. 1970 Opel Kadett
To start off, 2000 Fiat Coupe is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Opel Kadett. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Opel Kadett would be higher. At 1,746 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Fiat Coupe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Fiat Coupe (129 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 85 more horse power than 1970 Opel Kadett. (44 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Fiat Coupe should accelerate faster than 1970 Opel Kadett. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Fiat Coupe weights approximately 425 kg more than 1970 Opel Kadett. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1970 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 1970 Opel Kadett. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Fiat Coupe, 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, 2000 Fiat Coupe (164 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Opel Kadett. (74 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2000 Fiat Coupe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Opel Kadett.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Fiat Coupe | 1970 Opel Kadett | |
| Make | Fiat | Opel |
| Model | Coupe | Kadett |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1970 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1746 cc | 1078 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 164 Nm | 74 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 755 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2430 mm |
