2003 Fiat Palio vs. 1964 Opel Kadett
To start off, 2003 Fiat Palio is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Opel Kadett. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Opel Kadett would be higher. At 999 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Fiat Palio is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Fiat Palio (70 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1964 Opel Kadett. (47 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Fiat Palio should accelerate faster than 1964 Opel Kadett. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Fiat Palio weights approximately 205 kg more than 1964 Opel Kadett. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1964 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 1964 Opel Kadett. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Fiat Palio, 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, 2003 Fiat Palio (95 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Opel Kadett. (70 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2003 Fiat Palio will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Opel Kadett.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Fiat Palio | 1964 Opel Kadett | |
| Make | Fiat | Opel |
| Model | Palio | Kadett |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1964 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 999 cc | 991 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 47 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 95 Nm | 70 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 905 kg | 700 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3770 mm | 3930 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2330 mm |
