2000 Fiat Punto vs. 1980 Opel Kadett
To start off, 2000 Fiat Punto is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Opel Kadett. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Opel Kadett would be higher. At 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 1980 Opel Kadett is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Opel Kadett (91 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 2000 Fiat Punto. (59 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1980 Opel Kadett should accelerate faster than 2000 Fiat Punto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Opel Kadett weights approximately 90 kg more than 2000 Fiat Punto. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1980 Opel Kadett (124 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Fiat Punto. (98 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1980 Opel Kadett will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Fiat Punto.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Fiat Punto | 1980 Opel Kadett | |
Make | Fiat | Opel |
Model | Punto | Kadett |
Year Released | 2000 | 1980 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1242 cc | 1598 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 59 HP | 91 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 98 Nm | 124 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 70.9 mm | 80 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 78.9 mm | 79.5 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 860 kg | 950 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3810 mm | 4010 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1650 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2520 mm |