2003 Fiat Palio vs. 1979 Opel Kadett
To start off, 2003 Fiat Palio is newer by 24 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, 2003 Fiat Palio (53 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1979 Opel Kadett. (51 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Fiat Palio should accelerate faster than 1979 Opel Kadett. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Fiat Palio weights approximately 115 kg more than 1979 Opel Kadett. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1979 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 1979 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 (83 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Opel Kadett. (80 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2003 Fiat Palio will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Opel Kadett.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Fiat Palio | 1979 Opel Kadett | |
| Make | Fiat | Opel |
| Model | Palio | Kadett |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 997 cc | 1196 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 83 Nm | 80 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 905 kg | 790 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3770 mm | 4140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2410 mm |
