1971 Fiat 127 vs. 1971 Opel Rekord
To start off, both 1971 Fiat 127 and 1971 Opel Rekord were released in the same year (1971). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,068 cc (4 cylinders), 1971 Opel Rekord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Opel Rekord (59 HP) has 15 more horse power than 1971 Fiat 127. (44 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1971 Opel Rekord should accelerate faster than 1971 Fiat 127. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Opel Rekord weights approximately 395 kg more than 1971 Fiat 127. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1971 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 1971 Opel Rekord. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1971 Fiat 127, 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, 1971 Opel Rekord (120 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 57 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Fiat 127. (63 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1971 Opel Rekord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Fiat 127.
Compare all specifications:
1971 Fiat 127 | 1971 Opel Rekord | |
Make | Fiat | Opel |
Model | 127 | Rekord |
Year Released | 1971 | 1971 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 903 cc | 2068 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 44 HP | 59 HP |
Torque | 63 Nm | 120 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 65 mm | 86.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 68 mm | 85 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 705 kg | 1100 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3600 mm | 4640 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2680 mm |