1953 Fiat 1100 vs. 1972 Opel Rekord
To start off, 1972 Opel Rekord is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 Fiat 1100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 Fiat 1100 would be higher. At 1,698 cc (4 cylinders), 1972 Opel Rekord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Opel Rekord (66 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 1953 Fiat 1100. (35 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1972 Opel Rekord should accelerate faster than 1953 Fiat 1100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Opel Rekord weights approximately 250 kg more than 1953 Fiat 1100. 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. Let's talk about torque, 1972 Opel Rekord (120 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 51 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Fiat 1100. (69 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1972 Opel Rekord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 Fiat 1100.
Compare all specifications:
1953 Fiat 1100 | 1972 Opel Rekord | |
Make | Fiat | Opel |
Model | 1100 | Rekord |
Year Released | 1953 | 1972 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1089 cc | 1698 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 35 HP | 66 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5300 RPM |
Torque | 69 Nm | 120 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 815 kg | 1065 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3780 mm | 4580 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1460 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2680 mm |