1978 Fiat 131 vs. 1964 Opel Rekord
To start off, 1978 Fiat 131 is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Opel Rekord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Opel Rekord would be higher. At 2,604 cc (6 cylinders), 1964 Opel Rekord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1964 Opel Rekord (100 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1978 Fiat 131. (75 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1964 Opel Rekord should accelerate faster than 1978 Fiat 131. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Fiat 131 weights approximately 155 kg more than 1964 Opel Rekord.
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, 1964 Opel Rekord (185 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Fiat 131. (144 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1964 Opel Rekord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Fiat 131.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Fiat 131 | 1964 Opel Rekord | |
| Make | Fiat | Opel |
| Model | 131 | Rekord |
| Year Released | 1978 | 1964 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2444 cc | 2604 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 75 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 144 Nm | 185 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1190 kg | 1035 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2650 mm |
