2005 Fiat Seicento vs. 1979 Opel Kadett
To start off, 2005 Fiat Seicento is newer by 26 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 37 more horse power than 2005 Fiat Seicento. (53 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1979 Opel Kadett should accelerate faster than 2005 Fiat Seicento. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Opel Kadett weights approximately 240 kg more than 2005 Fiat Seicento. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 42 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Fiat Seicento. (84 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1979 Opel Kadett will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Fiat Seicento.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Fiat Seicento | 1979 Opel Kadett | |
| Make | Fiat | Opel |
| Model | Seicento | Kadett |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1116 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 90 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 84 Nm | 126 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 9.2:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 730 kg | 970 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3330 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 42 L |
