2008 Fiat Palio vs. 1977 Opel Kadett
To start off, 2008 Fiat Palio is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Opel Kadett. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Opel Kadett would be higher. At 1,242 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Fiat Palio is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Fiat Palio (90 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 1977 Opel Kadett. (59 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Fiat Palio should accelerate faster than 1977 Opel Kadett. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Fiat Palio weights approximately 125 kg more than 1977 Opel Kadett. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1977 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 1977 Opel Kadett. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Fiat Palio, 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 Palio (102 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Opel Kadett. (90 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2008 Fiat Palio will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Opel Kadett.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Fiat Palio | 1977 Opel Kadett | |
| Make | Fiat | Opel |
| Model | Palio | Kadett |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1242 cc | 1196 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 90 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70.8 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78.9 mm | 61 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 945 kg | 820 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3830 mm | 4130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1440 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2400 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 43 L |
