1967 Opel Rekord vs. 2004 Kia Visto
To start off, 2004 Kia Visto is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Opel Rekord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Opel Rekord would be higher. At 2,239 cc (6 cylinders), 1967 Opel Rekord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Opel Rekord (94 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 2004 Kia Visto. (53 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1967 Opel Rekord should accelerate faster than 2004 Kia Visto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Opel Rekord weights approximately 295 kg more than 2004 Kia Visto. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1967 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 1967 Opel Rekord. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Kia Visto, 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 Rekord (160 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 87 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Kia Visto. (73 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1967 Opel Rekord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Kia Visto.
Compare all specifications:
1967 Opel Rekord | 2004 Kia Visto | |
Make | Opel | Kia |
Model | Rekord | Visto |
Year Released | 1967 | 2004 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2239 cc | 796 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 94 HP | 53 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 160 Nm | 73 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1095 kg | 800 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 3500 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1500 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1590 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2390 mm |