1996 Fiat Palio vs. 1964 Opel Rekord
To start off, 1996 Fiat Palio is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Opel Rekord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Opel Rekord would be higher. At 1,488 cc (4 cylinders), 1964 Opel Rekord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Fiat Palio (60 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1964 Opel Rekord. (53 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Fiat Palio should accelerate faster than 1964 Opel Rekord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1964 Opel Rekord weights approximately 75 kg more than 1996 Fiat Palio.
Because 1964 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 1964 Opel Rekord. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Fiat Palio, 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, 1964 Opel Rekord (108 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Fiat Palio. (80 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1964 Opel Rekord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Fiat Palio.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Fiat Palio | 1964 Opel Rekord | |
| Make | Fiat | Opel |
| Model | Palio | Rekord |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1964 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 994 cc | 1488 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 60 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 80 Nm | 108 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 54.8 mm | 74 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 895 kg | 970 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3740 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2650 mm |
