1969 Opel Rekord vs. 2012 Fiat Ducato
To start off, 2012 Fiat Ducato is newer by 43 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 2,286 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Fiat Ducato is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Fiat Ducato (161 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 102 more horse power than 1969 Opel Rekord. (59 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Fiat Ducato should accelerate faster than 1969 Opel Rekord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Opel Rekord weights approximately 150 kg more than 2012 Fiat Ducato.
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, 2012 Fiat Ducato, 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, 2012 Fiat Ducato (320 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 215 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Opel Rekord. (105 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2012 Fiat Ducato will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Opel Rekord.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Opel Rekord | 2012 Fiat Ducato | |
| Make | Opel | Fiat |
| Model | Rekord | Ducato |
| Year Released | 1969 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1490 cc | 2286 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 161 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 105 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1090 kg | 940 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 3550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1570 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 3460 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.9 L/100km | 8.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 90 L |
