1982 Fiat Panda vs. 1985 Opel Rekord
To start off, 1985 Opel Rekord is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Fiat Panda. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Fiat Panda would be higher. At 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 1985 Opel Rekord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Opel Rekord (90 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 1982 Fiat Panda. (44 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 Opel Rekord should accelerate faster than 1982 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Opel Rekord weights approximately 420 kg more than 1982 Fiat Panda. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1985 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 1985 Opel Rekord. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1982 Fiat Panda, 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, 1985 Opel Rekord (143 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 77 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Fiat Panda. (66 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1985 Opel Rekord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Fiat Panda.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Fiat Panda | 1985 Opel Rekord | |
| Make | Fiat | Opel |
| Model | Panda | Rekord |
| Year Released | 1982 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 903 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 90 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 66 Nm | 143 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 65 mm | 84.8 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 68 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.2:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 695 kg | 1115 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3420 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2170 mm | 2680 mm |
