2005 Fiat Stilo vs. 1988 Opel Kadett
To start off, 2005 Fiat Stilo is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Opel Kadett. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Opel Kadett would be higher. At 1,698 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Fiat Stilo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Fiat Stilo (131 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 1988 Opel Kadett. (81 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Fiat Stilo should accelerate faster than 1988 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, 2005 Fiat Stilo (160 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Opel Kadett. (132 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2005 Fiat Stilo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Opel Kadett.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Fiat Stilo | 1988 Opel Kadett | |
| Make | Fiat | Opel |
| Model | Stilo | Kadett |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1988 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1698 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 131 HP | 81 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 160 Nm | 132 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.7 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1580 mm | 1390 mm |
