2002 Fiat Stilo vs. 1990 Opel Kadett
To start off, 2002 Fiat Stilo is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Opel Kadett. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Opel Kadett would be higher. At 1,910 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Fiat Stilo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Opel Kadett (81 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2002 Fiat Stilo. (79 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Opel Kadett should accelerate faster than 2002 Fiat Stilo.
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, 2002 Fiat Stilo (197 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Opel Kadett. (132 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2002 Fiat Stilo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Opel Kadett.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Fiat Stilo | 1990 Opel Kadett | |
| Make | Fiat | Opel |
| Model | Stilo | Kadett |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1990 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1910 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 81 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 197 Nm | 132 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.4 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1580 mm | 1390 mm |
