1966 Opel Rekord vs. 2002 Peugeot 307
To start off, 2002 Peugeot 307 is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Opel Rekord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Opel Rekord would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Peugeot 307 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Peugeot 307 (89 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1966 Opel Rekord. (88 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Peugeot 307 should accelerate faster than 1966 Opel Rekord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Peugeot 307 weights approximately 270 kg more than 1966 Opel Rekord. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2002 Peugeot 307, 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, 2002 Peugeot 307 (204 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 58 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Opel Rekord. (146 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2002 Peugeot 307 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Opel Rekord.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Opel Rekord | 2002 Peugeot 307 | |
| Make | Opel | Peugeot |
| Model | Rekord | 307 |
| Year Released | 1966 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1895 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 88 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 146 Nm | 204 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 69.8 mm | 88 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1130 kg | 1400 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 60 L |
