1967 Opel Record vs. 2008 Volkswagen Fox
To start off, 2008 Volkswagen Fox is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Opel Record. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Opel Record would be higher. At 2,118 cc (4 cylinders), 1967 Opel Record is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Opel Record (73 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 2008 Volkswagen Fox. (69 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1967 Opel Record should accelerate faster than 2008 Volkswagen Fox. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Volkswagen Fox weights approximately 7 kg more than 1967 Opel Record.
Because 1967 Opel Record 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 1967 Opel Record. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Volkswagen Fox, 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, 1967 Opel Record (223 Nm) has 67 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Volkswagen Fox. (156 Nm). This means 1967 Opel Record will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Volkswagen Fox.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 Opel Record | 2008 Volkswagen Fox | |
| Make | Opel | Volkswagen |
| Model | Record | Fox |
| Year Released | 1967 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2118 cc | 1422 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 73 HP | 69 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 223 Nm | 156 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 90.5 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.3 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Top Speed | 145 km/hour | 161 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1078 kg | 1085 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 3830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2470 mm |
