1973 Fiat 128 vs. 1966 Opel Rekord
To start off, 1973 Fiat 128 is newer by 7 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, 1973 Fiat 128 (63 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1966 Opel Rekord. (57 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Fiat 128 should accelerate faster than 1966 Opel Rekord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 Opel Rekord weights approximately 270 kg more than 1973 Fiat 128.
Let's talk about torque, 1966 Opel Rekord (105 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Fiat 128. (83 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1966 Opel Rekord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Fiat 128.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Fiat 128 | 1966 Opel Rekord | |
| Make | Fiat | Opel |
| Model | 128 | Rekord |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1966 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1116 cc | 1490 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 63 HP | 57 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 83 Nm | 105 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 820 kg | 1090 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3820 mm | 4560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 60 L |
