1972 Mazda 1000 vs. 1966 Opel Rekord
To start off, 1972 Mazda 1000 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Opel Rekord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Opel Rekord would be higher. At 1,490 cc (4 cylinders), 1966 Opel Rekord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1966 Opel Rekord (57 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1972 Mazda 1000. (49 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1966 Opel Rekord should accelerate faster than 1972 Mazda 1000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 Opel Rekord weights approximately 380 kg more than 1972 Mazda 1000. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1966 Opel Rekord (105 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Mazda 1000. (77 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1966 Opel Rekord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Mazda 1000.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Mazda 1000 | 1966 Opel Rekord | |
Make | Mazda | Opel |
Model | 1000 | Rekord |
Year Released | 1972 | 1966 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 987 cc | 1490 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 49 HP | 57 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 77 Nm | 105 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 710 kg | 1090 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3800 mm | 4560 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2670 mm |