1964 Opel Rekord vs. 2001 Proton Tiara
To start off, 2001 Proton Tiara is newer by 37 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 1,488 cc (4 cylinders), 1964 Opel Rekord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Proton Tiara (59 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1964 Opel Rekord. (53 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Proton Tiara should accelerate faster than 1964 Opel Rekord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1964 Opel Rekord weights approximately 190 kg more than 2001 Proton Tiara.
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, 2001 Proton Tiara, 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, 1964 Opel Rekord (108 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Proton Tiara. (90 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1964 Opel Rekord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Proton Tiara.
Compare all specifications:
| 1964 Opel Rekord | 2001 Proton Tiara | |
| Make | Opel | Proton |
| Model | Rekord | Tiara |
| Year Released | 1964 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1488 cc | 1124 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 108 Nm | 90 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 970 kg | 780 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 3530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2290 mm |
