2004 Fiat Panda vs. 1979 Opel Kadett
To start off, 2004 Fiat Panda is newer by 25 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, 1979 Opel Kadett (52 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 2004 Fiat Panda. (51 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1979 Opel Kadett should accelerate faster than 2004 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Fiat Panda weights approximately 25 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, 2004 Fiat Panda (88 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Opel Kadett. (83 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2004 Fiat Panda will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Opel Kadett.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Fiat Panda | 1979 Opel Kadett | |
| Make | Fiat | Opel |
| Model | Panda | Kadett |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1979 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1106 cc | 1196 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 52 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 88 Nm | 83 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72 mm | 61 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 7.8:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 860 kg | 835 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 4130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2530 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 42 L |
