1962 Fiat 1300 vs. 1968 Opel Rekord
To start off, 1968 Opel Rekord is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Fiat 1300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Fiat 1300 would be higher. At 1,490 cc (4 cylinders), 1968 Opel Rekord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1962 Fiat 1300 (64 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1968 Opel Rekord. (59 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1962 Fiat 1300 should accelerate faster than 1968 Opel Rekord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Opel Rekord weights approximately 65 kg more than 1962 Fiat 1300.
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, 1968 Opel Rekord (105 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Fiat 1300. (93 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1968 Opel Rekord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Fiat 1300.
Compare all specifications:
1962 Fiat 1300 | 1968 Opel Rekord | |
Make | Fiat | Opel |
Model | 1300 | Rekord |
Year Released | 1962 | 1968 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1295 cc | 1490 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 64 HP | 59 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 93 Nm | 105 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.7:1 | 9.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 1025 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 4560 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2670 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 37 L | 70 L |