1993 Fiat Uno vs. 1965 Opel Rekord
To start off, 1993 Fiat Uno is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Opel Rekord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Opel Rekord would be higher. At 1,977 cc (4 cylinders), 1965 Opel Rekord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1965 Opel Rekord (90 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 1993 Fiat Uno. (59 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1965 Opel Rekord should accelerate faster than 1993 Fiat Uno. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1965 Opel Rekord weights approximately 270 kg more than 1993 Fiat Uno. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1965 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 1965 Opel Rekord. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1993 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, 1965 Opel Rekord (146 Nm @ 3100 RPM) has 57 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Fiat Uno. (89 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1965 Opel Rekord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Fiat Uno.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Fiat Uno | 1965 Opel Rekord | |
| Make | Fiat | Opel |
| Model | Uno | Rekord |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1965 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1116 cc | 1977 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 90 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 89 Nm | 146 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 760 kg | 1030 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3690 mm | 4540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2650 mm |
