1996 Fiat Palio vs. 1972 Opel Rekord
To start off, 1996 Fiat Palio is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Opel Rekord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Opel Rekord would be higher. At 1,698 cc (4 cylinders), 1972 Opel Rekord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Fiat Palio (92 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 1972 Opel Rekord. (66 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Fiat Palio should accelerate faster than 1972 Opel Rekord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Opel Rekord weights approximately 90 kg more than 1996 Fiat Palio.
Because 1972 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 1972 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, 1996 Fiat Palio (127 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Opel Rekord. (120 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1996 Fiat Palio will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Opel Rekord.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Fiat Palio | 1972 Opel Rekord | |
Make | Fiat | Opel |
Model | Palio | Rekord |
Year Released | 1996 | 1972 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1581 cc | 1698 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 92 HP | 66 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5300 RPM |
Torque | 127 Nm | 120 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 975 kg | 1065 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3740 mm | 4580 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2680 mm |