1945 Fiat 500 vs. 1984 Opel Rekord
To start off, 1984 Opel Rekord is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1945 Fiat 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1945 Fiat 500 would be higher. At 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 1984 Opel Rekord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Opel Rekord (89 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 75 more horse power than 1945 Fiat 500. (14 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1984 Opel Rekord should accelerate faster than 1945 Fiat 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Opel Rekord weights approximately 580 kg more than 1945 Fiat 500. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1945 Fiat 500 | 1984 Opel Rekord | |
| Make | Fiat | Opel |
| Model | 500 | Rekord |
| Year Released | 1945 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 569 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 14 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 535 kg | 1115 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3220 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1280 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2680 mm |
