1949 Fiat 1500 vs. 1963 Opel Rekord
To start off, 1963 Opel Rekord is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1949 Fiat 1500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1949 Fiat 1500 would be higher. At 1,493 cc (6 cylinders), 1949 Fiat 1500 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1963 Opel Rekord (53 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1949 Fiat 1500. (47 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1963 Opel Rekord should accelerate faster than 1949 Fiat 1500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1949 Fiat 1500 weights approximately 230 kg more than 1963 Opel Rekord.
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:
| 1949 Fiat 1500 | 1963 Opel Rekord | |
| Make | Fiat | Opel |
| Model | 1500 | Rekord |
| Year Released | 1949 | 1963 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1493 cc | 1487 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 47 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 65 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 74 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1200 kg | 970 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2650 mm |
