1969 Opel Rekord vs. 2010 Fiat Panda
To start off, 2010 Fiat Panda is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Opel Rekord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Opel Rekord would be higher. At 1,492 cc (4 cylinders), 1969 Opel Rekord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Opel Rekord (59 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 2010 Fiat Panda. (53 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 Opel Rekord should accelerate faster than 2010 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Opel Rekord weights approximately 110 kg more than 2010 Fiat Panda. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1969 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 1969 Opel Rekord. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Fiat Panda, 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, 1969 Opel Rekord (106 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Fiat Panda. (88 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1969 Opel Rekord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Fiat Panda.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Opel Rekord | 2010 Fiat Panda | |
| Make | Opel | Fiat |
| Model | Rekord | Panda |
| Year Released | 1969 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1492 cc | 1107 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 106 Nm | 88 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1025 kg | 915 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 3540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2310 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 35 L |
