2005 Honda Fit vs. 1991 Opel Kadett
To start off, 2005 Honda Fit is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Opel Kadett. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Opel Kadett would be higher. At 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 1991 Opel Kadett is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Honda Fit (82 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1991 Opel Kadett. (81 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Honda Fit should accelerate faster than 1991 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, 1991 Opel Kadett (132 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Honda Fit. (119 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1991 Opel Kadett will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Honda Fit.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Honda Fit | 1991 Opel Kadett | |
| Make | Honda | Opel |
| Model | Fit | Kadett |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1991 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1339 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 82 HP | 81 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 119 Nm | 132 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 73 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1390 mm |
