1969 Opel Rekord vs. 2012 Kia Venga
To start off, 2012 Kia Venga 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 1,492 cc (4 cylinders), 1969 Opel Rekord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Kia Venga (89 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1969 Opel Rekord. (59 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Kia Venga should accelerate faster than 1969 Opel Rekord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Kia Venga weights approximately 228 kg more than 1969 Opel Rekord. 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, 2012 Kia Venga, 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 Kia Venga (137 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Opel Rekord. (106 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2012 Kia Venga will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Opel Rekord.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Opel Rekord | 2012 Kia Venga | |
| Make | Opel | Kia |
| Model | Rekord | Venga |
| Year Released | 1969 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1492 cc | 1396 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 106 Nm | 137 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1025 kg | 1253 kg |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 48 L |
