1984 Fiat Panda vs. 1978 Opel Rekord
To start off, 1984 Fiat Panda is newer by 6 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 2,260 cc (4 cylinders), 1978 Opel Rekord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Opel Rekord (64 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1984 Fiat Panda. (47 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1978 Opel Rekord should accelerate faster than 1984 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Opel Rekord weights approximately 494 kg more than 1984 Fiat Panda. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1984 Fiat Panda is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1978 Opel Rekord. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1984 Fiat Panda will offer significantly more control. 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, 1978 Opel Rekord (126 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 57 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Fiat Panda. (69 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1978 Opel Rekord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Fiat Panda.
Compare all specifications:
1984 Fiat Panda | 1978 Opel Rekord | |
Make | Fiat | Opel |
Model | Panda | Rekord |
Year Released | 1984 | 1978 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 965 cc | 2260 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 47 HP | 64 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 69 Nm | 126 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 22.0:1 |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 761 kg | 1255 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3410 mm | 4600 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2180 mm | 2690 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 32 L | 65 L |