1959 Fiat 1200 vs. 1953 Opel Rekord
To start off, 1959 Fiat 1200 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 Opel Rekord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 Opel Rekord would be higher. At 1,488 cc (4 cylinders), 1953 Opel Rekord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Fiat 1200 (62 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 1953 Opel Rekord. (44 HP @ 3900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Fiat 1200 should accelerate faster than 1953 Opel Rekord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1953 Opel Rekord weights approximately 36 kg more than 1959 Fiat 1200.
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:
| 1959 Fiat 1200 | 1953 Opel Rekord | |
| Make | Fiat | Opel |
| Model | 1200 | Rekord |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1953 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1221 cc | 1488 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 3900 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 900 kg | 936 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3930 mm | 4250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2490 mm |
