1996 Honda S-MX vs. 1966 Opel Rekord
To start off, 1996 Honda S-MX is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Opel Rekord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Opel Rekord would be higher. At 1,973 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Honda S-MX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Honda S-MX (130 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 71 more horse power than 1966 Opel Rekord. (59 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Honda S-MX should accelerate faster than 1966 Opel Rekord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Honda S-MX weights approximately 220 kg more than 1966 Opel Rekord. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1996 Honda S-MX is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1966 Opel Rekord. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Honda S-MX will offer significantly more control. 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 Honda S-MX (190 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 72 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Opel Rekord. (118 Nm @ 5300 RPM). This means 1996 Honda S-MX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Opel Rekord.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Honda S-MX | 1966 Opel Rekord | |
| Make | Honda | Opel |
| Model | S-MX | Rekord |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1966 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1973 cc | 1696 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 130 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 118 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1330 kg | 1110 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 4560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2640 mm |
