1969 Fiat Dino vs. 1963 Opel Rekord
To start off, 1969 Fiat Dino is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Opel Rekord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Opel Rekord would be higher. At 2,419 cc (6 cylinders), 1969 Fiat Dino is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Fiat Dino (180 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 121 more horse power than 1963 Opel Rekord. (59 HP @ 4300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 Fiat Dino should accelerate faster than 1963 Opel Rekord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Fiat Dino weights approximately 270 kg more than 1963 Opel Rekord. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1969 Fiat Dino (216 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 94 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Opel Rekord. (122 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1969 Fiat Dino will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Opel Rekord.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Fiat Dino | 1963 Opel Rekord | |
| Make | Fiat | Opel |
| Model | Dino | Rekord |
| Year Released | 1969 | 1963 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2419 cc | 1680 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 180 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Torque | 216 Nm | 122 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1240 kg | 970 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2650 mm |
