1966 Opel Rekord vs. 2008 Rover 75
To start off, 2008 Rover 75 is newer by 42 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 1,951 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Rover 75 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Rover 75 (129 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 1966 Opel Rekord. (88 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Rover 75 should accelerate faster than 1966 Opel Rekord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Rover 75 weights approximately 455 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, 2008 Rover 75, 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, 2008 Rover 75 (300 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 154 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Opel Rekord. (146 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2008 Rover 75 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Opel Rekord.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Opel Rekord | 2008 Rover 75 | |
| Make | Opel | Rover |
| Model | Rekord | 75 |
| Year Released | 1966 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1895 cc | 1951 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 88 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 146 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1130 kg | 1585 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 4750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2750 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 65 L |
