1966 Opel Rekord vs. 2007 Volkswagen Citi
To start off, 2007 Volkswagen Citi is newer by 41 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 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 1966 Opel Rekord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1966 Opel Rekord (89 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 2007 Volkswagen Citi. (83 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1966 Opel Rekord should accelerate faster than 2007 Volkswagen Citi. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 Opel Rekord weights approximately 208 kg more than 2007 Volkswagen Citi. 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, 2007 Volkswagen Citi, 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 (149 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Volkswagen Citi. (118 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1966 Opel Rekord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Volkswagen Citi.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Opel Rekord | 2007 Volkswagen Citi | |
| Make | Opel | Volkswagen |
| Model | Rekord | Citi |
| Year Released | 1966 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 1423 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 83 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 149 Nm | 118 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1065 kg | 857 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 3820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1380 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1620 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 49 L |
