1965 Opel Rekord vs. 2012 Opel Agila
To start off, 2012 Opel Agila is newer by 47 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Opel Rekord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Opel Rekord would be higher. At 1,977 cc (4 cylinders), 1965 Opel Rekord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1965 Opel Rekord (90 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 2012 Opel Agila. (69 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1965 Opel Rekord should accelerate faster than 2012 Opel Agila. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Opel Agila weights approximately 100 kg more than 1965 Opel Rekord.
Because 1965 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 1965 Opel Rekord. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Opel Agila, 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, 2012 Opel Agila (170 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Opel Rekord. (146 Nm @ 3100 RPM). This means 2012 Opel Agila will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Opel Rekord.
Compare all specifications:
| 1965 Opel Rekord | 2012 Opel Agila | |
| Make | Opel | Opel |
| Model | Rekord | Agila |
| Year Released | 1965 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1977 cc | 1247 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 69 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 146 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3100 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 69.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 69.8 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 1130 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 3510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2370 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 41 L |
