1997 Daihatsu Charade vs. 1966 Opel Rekord
To start off, 1997 Daihatsu Charade is newer by 31 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 1,696 cc (4 cylinders), 1966 Opel Rekord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Daihatsu Charade (83 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 1966 Opel Rekord. (59 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Daihatsu Charade should accelerate faster than 1966 Opel Rekord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 Opel Rekord weights approximately 265 kg more than 1997 Daihatsu Charade.
Because 1966 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 1966 Opel Rekord. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 Daihatsu Charade, 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, 1966 Opel Rekord (118 Nm @ 5300 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Daihatsu Charade. (105 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1966 Opel Rekord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Daihatsu Charade.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Daihatsu Charade | 1966 Opel Rekord | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Opel |
| Model | Charade | Rekord |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1966 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1296 cc | 1696 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 83 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 105 Nm | 118 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 845 kg | 1110 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3790 mm | 4560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2640 mm |
