2002 Kia Visto vs. 1979 Opel Kadett
To start off, 2002 Kia Visto is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Opel Kadett. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Opel Kadett would be higher. At 1,196 cc (4 cylinders), 1979 Opel Kadett is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Kia Visto (53 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1979 Opel Kadett. (52 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Kia Visto should accelerate faster than 1979 Opel Kadett. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Opel Kadett weights approximately 35 kg more than 2002 Kia Visto.
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, 1979 Opel Kadett (83 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Kia Visto. (73 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1979 Opel Kadett will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Kia Visto.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Kia Visto | 1979 Opel Kadett | |
| Make | Kia | Opel |
| Model | Visto | Kadett |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1979 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 796 cc | 1196 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 52 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 73 Nm | 83 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 800 kg | 835 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3500 mm | 4130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1590 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2530 mm |
