1965 Opel Rekord vs. 2013 Toyota Yaris
To start off, 2013 Toyota Yaris is newer by 48 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, 2013 Toyota Yaris (105 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1965 Opel Rekord. (90 HP @ 5100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Toyota Yaris should accelerate faster than 1965 Opel Rekord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1965 Opel Rekord weights approximately 10 kg more than 2013 Toyota Yaris.
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, 2013 Toyota Yaris, 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, 1965 Opel Rekord (146 Nm @ 3100 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Toyota Yaris. (140 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1965 Opel Rekord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Toyota Yaris.
Compare all specifications:
1965 Opel Rekord | 2013 Toyota Yaris | |
Make | Opel | Toyota |
Model | Rekord | Yaris |
Year Released | 1965 | 2013 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1977 cc | 1500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 90 HP | 105 HP |
Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 146 Nm | 140 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3100 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 69.8 mm | 84 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 1020 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 3900 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1695 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1510 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2510 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 42 L |