2005 Fiat Panda vs. 1969 Opel Kadett
To start off, 2005 Fiat Panda is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Opel Kadett. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Opel Kadett would be higher. At 1,242 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Fiat Panda is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Fiat Panda (64 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1969 Opel Kadett. (44 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Fiat Panda should accelerate faster than 1969 Opel Kadett.
Because 2005 Fiat Panda is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1969 Opel Kadett. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Fiat Panda will offer significantly more control. 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, 2005 Fiat Panda (102 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Opel Kadett. (74 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2005 Fiat Panda will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Opel Kadett.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Fiat Panda | 1969 Opel Kadett | |
| Make | Fiat | Opel |
| Model | Panda | Kadett |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1969 |
| Body Type | Crossover | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1242 cc | 1078 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 64 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 74 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3600 mm | 4190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2430 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 70 L |
