1962 Fiat 1100 vs. 1970 Opel Rekord
To start off, 1970 Opel Rekord is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Fiat 1100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Fiat 1100 would be higher. At 1,698 cc (4 cylinders), 1970 Opel Rekord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Opel Rekord (66 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1962 Fiat 1100. (43 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1970 Opel Rekord should accelerate faster than 1962 Fiat 1100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Opel Rekord weights approximately 195 kg more than 1962 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, 1970 Opel Rekord (120 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 47 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Fiat 1100. (73 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1970 Opel Rekord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Fiat 1100.
Compare all specifications:
1962 Fiat 1100 | 1970 Opel Rekord | |
Make | Fiat | Opel |
Model | 1100 | Rekord |
Year Released | 1962 | 1970 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1089 cc | 1698 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 43 HP | 66 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5300 RPM |
Torque | 73 Nm | 120 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 870 kg | 1065 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3780 mm | 4640 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2680 mm |