1990 Fiat 126 vs. 1971 Opel Rekord
To start off, 1990 Fiat 126 is newer by 19 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 2,068 cc (4 cylinders), 1971 Opel Rekord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Opel Rekord (59 HP) has 33 more horse power than 1990 Fiat 126. (26 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1971 Opel Rekord should accelerate faster than 1990 Fiat 126. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Opel Rekord weights approximately 455 kg more than 1990 Fiat 126. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1971 Opel Rekord (120 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 71 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Fiat 126. (49 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1971 Opel Rekord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Fiat 126.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Fiat 126 | 1971 Opel Rekord | |
| Make | Fiat | Opel |
| Model | 126 | Rekord |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 703 cc | 2068 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 26 HP | 59 HP |
| Torque | 49 Nm | 120 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 86.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 85 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 645 kg | 1100 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3110 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1380 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1850 mm | 2680 mm |
