1968 Opel Rekord vs. 1948 Toyota SA
To start off, 1968 Opel Rekord is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1948 Toyota SA. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1948 Toyota SA would be higher. At 1,490 cc (4 cylinders), 1968 Opel Rekord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Opel Rekord (59 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 1948 Toyota SA. (27 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Opel Rekord should accelerate faster than 1948 Toyota SA. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1948 Toyota SA weights approximately 145 kg more than 1968 Opel Rekord.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Opel Rekord | 1948 Toyota SA | |
| Make | Opel | Toyota |
| Model | Rekord | SA |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1948 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1490 cc | 994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 27 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1025 kg | 1170 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 3810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2410 mm |
