1959 Fiat 1500 vs. 1967 Opel Record
To start off, 1967 Opel Record is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Fiat 1500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Fiat 1500 would be higher. At 2,511 cc (4 cylinders), 1967 Opel Record is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Opel Record (90 HP) has 10 more horse power than 1959 Fiat 1500. (80 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1967 Opel Record should accelerate faster than 1959 Fiat 1500.
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, 1967 Opel Record (152 Nm) has 48 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Fiat 1500. (104 Nm). This means 1967 Opel Record will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Fiat 1500.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Fiat 1500 | 1967 Opel Record | |
Make | Fiat | Opel |
Model | 1500 | Record |
Year Released | 1959 | 1967 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1490 cc | 2511 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 80 HP | 90 HP |
Torque | 104 Nm | 152 Nm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.7:1 | 8.5:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 4580 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2670 mm |