1975 Honda 1300 vs. 1968 Opel Rekord
To start off, 1975 Honda 1300 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Opel Rekord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Opel Rekord would be higher. At 1,492 cc (4 cylinders), 1968 Opel Rekord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Honda 1300 (81 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 1968 Opel Rekord. (59 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1975 Honda 1300 should accelerate faster than 1968 Opel Rekord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Opel Rekord weights approximately 197 kg more than 1975 Honda 1300.
Because 1968 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 1968 Opel Rekord. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1975 Honda 1300, 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, both vehicles can yield 105 Nm of torque. So under normal driving conditions, the ability to climb up hills and pull heavy equipment should be relatively similar for both vehicles.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Honda 1300 | 1968 Opel Rekord | |
| Make | Honda | Opel |
| Model | 1300 | Rekord |
| Year Released | 1975 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1296 cc | 1492 cc |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 105 Nm | 105 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 895 kg | 1092 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2200 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 70 L |
