1974 Opel Rekord vs. 2005 Toyota Aygo
To start off, 2005 Toyota Aygo is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Opel Rekord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Opel Rekord would be higher. At 1,698 cc (4 cylinders), 1974 Opel Rekord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Opel Rekord (66 HP) has 13 more horse power than 2005 Toyota Aygo. (53 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1974 Opel Rekord should accelerate faster than 2005 Toyota Aygo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Opel Rekord weights approximately 175 kg more than 2005 Toyota Aygo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1974 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 1974 Opel Rekord. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Toyota Aygo, 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, 2005 Toyota Aygo (132 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Opel Rekord. (120 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2005 Toyota Aygo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Opel Rekord.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Opel Rekord | 2005 Toyota Aygo | |
| Make | Opel | Toyota |
| Model | Rekord | Aygo |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1698 cc | 1398 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 66 HP | 53 HP |
| Torque | 120 Nm | 132 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1065 kg | 890 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 3405 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1615 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2340 mm |
