1966 Opel Rekord vs. 2005 Smart ForFour
To start off, 2005 Smart ForFour is newer by 39 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 1,696 cc (4 cylinders), 1966 Opel Rekord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Smart ForFour (108 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 1966 Opel Rekord. (59 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Smart ForFour should accelerate faster than 1966 Opel Rekord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 Opel Rekord weights approximately 135 kg more than 2005 Smart ForFour.
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, 2005 Smart ForFour, 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 Smart ForFour (145 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Opel Rekord. (118 Nm @ 5300 RPM). This means 2005 Smart ForFour will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Opel Rekord.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Opel Rekord | 2005 Smart ForFour | |
| Make | Opel | Smart |
| Model | Rekord | ForFour |
| Year Released | 1966 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1696 cc | 1499 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 118 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 975 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 3760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 47 L |
