2005 Fiat Panda vs. 1970 Opel Kadett
To start off, 2005 Fiat Panda is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Opel Kadett. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Opel Kadett would be higher. At 1,242 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Fiat Panda is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Fiat Panda (60 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 1970 Opel Kadett. (44 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Fiat Panda should accelerate faster than 1970 Opel Kadett. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Fiat Panda weights approximately 345 kg more than 1970 Opel Kadett. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Fiat Panda is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1970 Opel Kadett. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Fiat Panda will offer significantly more control. 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, 2005 Fiat Panda (106 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Opel Kadett. (74 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2005 Fiat Panda will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Opel Kadett.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Fiat Panda | 1970 Opel Kadett | |
| Make | Fiat | Opel |
| Model | Panda | Kadett |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1970 |
| Body Type | Crossover | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1242 cc | 1078 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 60 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 106 Nm | 74 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1100 kg | 755 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 4190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2430 mm |
