1984 Mitsubishi Sigma vs. 1966 Opel Rekord
To start off, 1984 Mitsubishi Sigma is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Opel Rekord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Opel Rekord would be higher. At 1,597 cc (4 cylinders), 1984 Mitsubishi Sigma is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Mitsubishi Sigma (90 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 1966 Opel Rekord. (57 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Mitsubishi Sigma should accelerate faster than 1966 Opel Rekord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 Opel Rekord weights approximately 20 kg more than 1984 Mitsubishi Sigma.
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, 1984 Mitsubishi Sigma (118 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Opel Rekord. (105 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1984 Mitsubishi Sigma will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Opel Rekord.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Mitsubishi Sigma | 1966 Opel Rekord | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Opel |
| Model | Sigma | Rekord |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1966 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1597 cc | 1490 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 57 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 118 Nm | 105 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1070 kg | 1090 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2670 mm |
