1971 Opel Rekord vs. 2011 Honda Jazz
To start off, 2011 Honda Jazz is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Opel Rekord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Opel Rekord would be higher. At 1,492 cc (4 cylinders), 1971 Opel Rekord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Honda Jazz (99 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 1971 Opel Rekord. (59 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Honda Jazz should accelerate faster than 1971 Opel Rekord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Opel Rekord weights approximately 43 kg more than 2011 Honda Jazz.
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, 2011 Honda Jazz, 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, 2011 Honda Jazz (127 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Opel Rekord. (105 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2011 Honda Jazz will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Opel Rekord.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Opel Rekord | 2011 Honda Jazz | |
| Make | Opel | Honda |
| Model | Rekord | Jazz |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1492 cc | 1339 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 99 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 105 Nm | 127 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4800 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 | 1090 kg | 1047 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 3910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2500 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 42 L |
