1974 Fiat 126 vs. 1965 Opel Rekord
To start off, 1974 Fiat 126 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Opel Rekord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Opel Rekord would be higher. At 1,977 cc (4 cylinders), 1965 Opel Rekord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1965 Opel Rekord (90 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 1974 Fiat 126. (23 HP @ 4700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1965 Opel Rekord should accelerate faster than 1974 Fiat 126. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1965 Opel Rekord weights approximately 450 kg more than 1974 Fiat 126. 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, 1965 Opel Rekord (146 Nm @ 3100 RPM) has 107 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Fiat 126. (39 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1965 Opel Rekord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Fiat 126.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Fiat 126 | 1965 Opel Rekord | |
| Make | Fiat | Opel |
| Model | 126 | Rekord |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1965 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 593 cc | 1977 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 23 HP | 90 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4700 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 39 Nm | 146 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3100 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 73.5 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 69.8 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 580 kg | 1030 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3130 mm | 4540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1380 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1850 mm | 2650 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 20 L | 70 L |
