1986 Fiat Ritmo vs. 1973 Opel Rekord
To start off, 1986 Fiat Ritmo is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Opel Rekord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Opel Rekord would be higher. At 1,698 cc (4 cylinders), 1973 Opel Rekord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Fiat Ritmo (83 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1973 Opel Rekord. (66 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Fiat Ritmo should accelerate faster than 1973 Opel Rekord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Opel Rekord weights approximately 145 kg more than 1986 Fiat Ritmo.
Let's talk about torque, 1986 Fiat Ritmo (127 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Opel Rekord. (120 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1986 Fiat Ritmo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Opel Rekord.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Fiat Ritmo | 1973 Opel Rekord | |
| Make | Fiat | Opel |
| Model | Ritmo | Rekord |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1498 cc | 1698 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 83 HP | 66 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 127 Nm | 120 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 920 kg | 1065 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2680 mm |
