2008 Fiat Doblo vs. 1964 Opel Kadett
To start off, 2008 Fiat Doblo is newer by 44 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Opel Kadett. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Opel Kadett would be higher. At 1,240 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Fiat Doblo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Fiat Doblo (64 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1964 Opel Kadett. (47 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Fiat Doblo should accelerate faster than 1964 Opel Kadett. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Fiat Doblo weights approximately 595 kg more than 1964 Opel Kadett. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1964 Opel Kadett is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1964 Opel Kadett. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Fiat Doblo, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2008 Fiat Doblo (102 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Opel Kadett. (70 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2008 Fiat Doblo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Opel Kadett.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Fiat Doblo | 1964 Opel Kadett | |
| Make | Fiat | Opel |
| Model | Doblo | Kadett |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1964 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1240 cc | 991 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 64 HP | 47 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 70 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70.8 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78.9 mm | 61 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1295 kg | 700 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 3930 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2330 mm |
