1974 Opel Rekord vs. 2012 Honda Insight
To start off, 2012 Honda Insight is newer by 38 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, 2012 Honda Insight (98 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 1974 Opel Rekord. (66 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Honda Insight should accelerate faster than 1974 Opel Rekord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Honda Insight weights approximately 185 kg more than 1974 Opel Rekord. 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, 2012 Honda Insight, 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, 2012 Honda Insight (167 Nm @ 1000 RPM) has 47 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Opel Rekord. (120 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2012 Honda Insight will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Opel Rekord.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Opel Rekord | 2012 Honda Insight | |
| Make | Opel | Honda |
| Model | Rekord | Insight |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1698 cc | 1300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 66 HP | 98 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 120 Nm | 167 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1065 kg | 1250 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4376 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1694 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1427 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2550 mm |
