1964 Opel Rekord vs. 1991 Seat Toledo
To start off, 1991 Seat Toledo is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Opel Rekord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Opel Rekord would be higher. At 1,781 cc (4 cylinders), 1991 Seat Toledo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Seat Toledo (90 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 1964 Opel Rekord. (53 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1991 Seat Toledo should accelerate faster than 1964 Opel Rekord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Seat Toledo weights approximately 46 kg more than 1964 Opel Rekord. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1964 Opel Rekord is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1964 Opel Rekord. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1991 Seat Toledo, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1991 Seat Toledo (139 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Opel Rekord. (108 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1991 Seat Toledo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Opel Rekord.
Compare all specifications:
| 1964 Opel Rekord | 1991 Seat Toledo | |
| Make | Opel | Seat |
| Model | Rekord | Toledo |
| Year Released | 1964 | 1991 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1488 cc | 1781 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 90 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 108 Nm | 139 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 74 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.3:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 970 kg | 1016 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2480 mm |
