1978 Opel Rekord vs. 2011 Honda Fit
To start off, 2011 Honda Fit is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Opel Rekord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Opel Rekord would be higher. At 1,689 cc (4 cylinders), 1978 Opel Rekord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Honda Fit (117 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 1978 Opel Rekord. (90 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Honda Fit should accelerate faster than 1978 Opel Rekord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Honda Fit weights approximately 28 kg more than 1978 Opel Rekord. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1978 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 1978 Opel Rekord. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Honda Fit, 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, 2011 Honda Fit (144 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Opel Rekord. (142 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2011 Honda Fit will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Opel Rekord. 2011 Honda Fit has automatic transmission and 1978 Opel Rekord has manual transmission. 1978 Opel Rekord will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Honda Fit will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Opel Rekord | 2011 Honda Fit | |
| Make | Opel | Honda |
| Model | Rekord | Fit |
| Year Released | 1978 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1689 cc | 1500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 117 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 142 Nm | 144 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1104 kg | 1132 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 4105 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1694 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1524 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2499 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 40 L |
