2006 Fiat Punto vs. 1979 Opel Kadett
To start off, 2006 Fiat Punto is newer by 27 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 1,584 cc (4 cylinders), 1979 Opel Kadett is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Opel Kadett (90 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 2006 Fiat Punto. (69 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1979 Opel Kadett should accelerate faster than 2006 Fiat Punto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Fiat Punto weights approximately 70 kg more than 1979 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, 2006 Fiat Punto (180 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 54 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Opel Kadett. (126 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2006 Fiat Punto will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Opel Kadett.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Fiat Punto | 1979 Opel Kadett | |
Make | Fiat | Opel |
Model | Punto | Kadett |
Year Released | 2006 | 1979 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1248 cc | 1584 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 69 HP | 90 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 180 Nm | 126 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 69.6 mm | 80 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 79.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 9.2:1 |
Top Speed | 164 km/hour | 170 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1040 kg | 970 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 4000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1670 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2400 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 49 L | 42 L |