1966 Opel Rekord vs. 2008 Seat Cordoba
To start off, 2008 Seat Cordoba 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 1,696 cc (4 cylinders), 1966 Opel Rekord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Seat Cordoba (63 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1966 Opel Rekord. (59 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Seat Cordoba should accelerate faster than 1966 Opel Rekord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 Opel Rekord weights approximately 30 kg more than 2008 Seat Cordoba.
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 Seat Cordoba, 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 (118 Nm @ 5300 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Seat Cordoba. (112 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1966 Opel Rekord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Seat Cordoba.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Opel Rekord | 2008 Seat Cordoba | |
| Make | Opel | Seat |
| Model | Rekord | Cordoba |
| Year Released | 1966 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1696 cc | 1198 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 63 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 118 Nm | 112 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5300 RPM | 3000 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 | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 1080 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 45 L |
