2004 Fiat Stilo vs. 1990 Opel Kadett
To start off, 2004 Fiat Stilo is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Opel Kadett. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Opel Kadett would be higher. At 1,910 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Fiat Stilo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Opel Kadett (81 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2004 Fiat Stilo. (79 HP @ 3000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Opel Kadett should accelerate faster than 2004 Fiat Stilo.
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 Stilo (196 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 64 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Opel Kadett. (132 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2004 Fiat Stilo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Opel Kadett.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Fiat Stilo | 1990 Opel Kadett | |
| Make | Fiat | Opel |
| Model | Stilo | Kadett |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1990 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1910 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 81 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 196 Nm | 132 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.4 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1390 mm |
