2003 Fiat Siena vs. 1979 Opel Kadett
To start off, 2003 Fiat Siena 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 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 1979 Opel Kadett is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Opel Kadett (90 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 2003 Fiat Siena. (70 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1979 Opel Kadett should accelerate faster than 2003 Fiat Siena. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Fiat Siena weights approximately 50 kg more than 1979 Opel Kadett.
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 (126 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Fiat Siena. (95 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1979 Opel Kadett will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Fiat Siena.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Fiat Siena | 1979 Opel Kadett | |
Make | Fiat | Opel |
Model | Siena | Kadett |
Year Released | 2003 | 1979 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 999 cc | 1598 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 70 HP | 90 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 95 Nm | 126 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 970 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4110 mm | 4000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1650 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2520 mm |