1969 Fiat 130 vs. 1966 Opel Rekord
To start off, 1969 Fiat 130 is newer by 3 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 3,238 cc (6 cylinders), 1969 Fiat 130 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Fiat 130 (163 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 1966 Opel Rekord. (89 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 Fiat 130 should accelerate faster than 1966 Opel Rekord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Fiat 130 weights approximately 535 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.
Let's talk about torque, 1969 Fiat 130 (255 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 106 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Opel Rekord. (149 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1969 Fiat 130 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Opel Rekord.
Compare all specifications:
1969 Fiat 130 | 1966 Opel Rekord | |
Make | Fiat | Opel |
Model | 130 | Rekord |
Year Released | 1969 | 1966 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3238 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 163 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5300 RPM |
Torque | 255 Nm | 149 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1600 kg | 1065 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4560 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2670 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 70 L |