1985 Fiat Uno vs. 1971 Opel Rekord
To start off, 1985 Fiat Uno is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Opel Rekord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Opel Rekord would be higher. At 1,492 cc (4 cylinders), 1971 Opel Rekord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Fiat Uno (106 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 1971 Opel Rekord. (59 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Fiat Uno should accelerate faster than 1971 Opel Rekord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Opel Rekord weights approximately 181 kg more than 1985 Fiat Uno.
Because 1971 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 1971 Opel Rekord. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1985 Fiat Uno, 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 Fiat Uno (146 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Opel Rekord. (105 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1985 Fiat Uno will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Opel Rekord.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Fiat Uno | 1971 Opel Rekord | |
| Make | Fiat | Opel |
| Model | Uno | Rekord |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1242 cc | 1492 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 106 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 146 Nm | 105 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 845 kg | 1026 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3650 mm | 4560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2670 mm |
