2008 Fiat Palio vs. 1989 Opel Kadett
To start off, 2008 Fiat Palio is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Opel Kadett. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Opel Kadett would be higher. At 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Opel Kadett is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Opel Kadett (81 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 2008 Fiat Palio. (68 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Opel Kadett should accelerate faster than 2008 Fiat Palio.
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, 1989 Opel Kadett (132 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Fiat Palio. (102 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1989 Opel Kadett will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Fiat Palio.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Fiat Palio | 1989 Opel Kadett | |
| Make | Fiat | Opel |
| Model | Palio | Kadett |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1240 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 68 HP | 81 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 132 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70.8 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78.9 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 3550 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1390 mm |
