1964 Opel Rekord vs. 2005 Seat Ibiza
To start off, 2005 Seat Ibiza is newer by 41 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 1,983 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Seat Ibiza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Seat Ibiza (63 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1964 Opel Rekord. (53 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Seat Ibiza should accelerate faster than 1964 Opel Rekord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Seat Ibiza weights approximately 120 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, 2005 Seat Ibiza, 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, 2005 Seat Ibiza (125 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Opel Rekord. (108 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2005 Seat Ibiza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Opel Rekord.
Compare all specifications:
| 1964 Opel Rekord | 2005 Seat Ibiza | |
| Make | Opel | Seat |
| Model | Rekord | Ibiza |
| Year Released | 1964 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1488 cc | 1983 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 63 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 108 Nm | 125 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 74 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.3:1 | 19.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 970 kg | 1090 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 3960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2470 mm |
