1970 Daihatsu Fellow vs. 1973 Opel Rekord
To start off, 1973 Opel Rekord is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Daihatsu Fellow. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Daihatsu Fellow would be higher. At 1,698 cc (4 cylinders), 1973 Opel Rekord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Opel Rekord (66 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 1970 Daihatsu Fellow. (38 HP @ 7200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1973 Opel Rekord should accelerate faster than 1970 Daihatsu Fellow. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Opel Rekord weights approximately 600 kg more than 1970 Daihatsu Fellow. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1973 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 1973 Opel Rekord. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1970 Daihatsu Fellow, 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, 1973 Opel Rekord (120 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Daihatsu Fellow. (40 Nm @ 6500 RPM). This means 1973 Opel Rekord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Daihatsu Fellow.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Daihatsu Fellow | 1973 Opel Rekord | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Opel |
| Model | Fellow | Rekord |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 356 cc | 1698 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 38 HP | 66 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7200 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 40 Nm | 120 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 465 kg | 1065 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1300 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2100 mm | 2680 mm |
