1999 Fiat Duna vs. 1978 Opel Rekord
To start off, 1999 Fiat Duna is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Opel Rekord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Opel Rekord would be higher. At 2,260 cc (4 cylinders), 1978 Opel Rekord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Opel Rekord (64 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1999 Fiat Duna. (59 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1978 Opel Rekord should accelerate faster than 1999 Fiat Duna. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Opel Rekord weights approximately 365 kg more than 1999 Fiat Duna. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1978 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 1978 Opel Rekord. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Fiat Duna, 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, 1978 Opel Rekord (126 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Fiat Duna. (105 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1978 Opel Rekord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Fiat Duna.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Fiat Duna | 1978 Opel Rekord | |
| Make | Fiat | Opel |
| Model | Duna | Rekord |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1698 cc | 2260 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 105 Nm | 126 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.6 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.2 mm | 85 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 1295 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2670 mm |
