1966 DKW F 102 vs. 1966 Opel Rekord
To start off, both 1966 DKW F 102 and 1966 Opel Rekord were released in the same year (1966). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,490 cc (4 cylinders), 1966 Opel Rekord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1966 DKW F 102 (59 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1966 Opel Rekord. (57 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1966 DKW F 102 should accelerate faster than 1966 Opel Rekord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 Opel Rekord weights approximately 180 kg more than 1966 DKW F 102.
Because 1966 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 1966 Opel Rekord. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1966 DKW F 102, 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, 1966 Opel Rekord (105 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 DKW F 102. (103 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 1966 Opel Rekord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 DKW F 102.
Compare all specifications:
1966 DKW F 102 | 1966 Opel Rekord | |
Make | DKW | Opel |
Model | F 102 | Rekord |
Year Released | 1966 | 1966 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1175 cc | 1490 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 59 HP | 57 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 103 Nm | 105 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2250 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 7.3:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 910 kg | 1090 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4560 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2670 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 31 L | 60 L |