1999 Fiat Palio vs. 1965 Opel Rekord
To start off, 1999 Fiat Palio is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Opel Rekord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Opel Rekord would be higher. At 1,977 cc (4 cylinders), 1965 Opel Rekord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1965 Opel Rekord (90 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1999 Fiat Palio. (75 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1965 Opel Rekord should accelerate faster than 1999 Fiat Palio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Fiat Palio weights approximately 20 kg more than 1965 Opel Rekord.
Because 1965 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 1965 Opel Rekord. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 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, 1965 Opel Rekord (146 Nm @ 3100 RPM) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Fiat Palio. (110 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1965 Opel Rekord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Fiat Palio.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Fiat Palio | 1965 Opel Rekord | |
Make | Fiat | Opel |
Model | Palio | Rekord |
Year Released | 1999 | 1965 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1497 cc | 1977 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 75 HP | 90 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5100 RPM |
Torque | 110 Nm | 146 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 3100 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 1030 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 4540 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2650 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 51 L | 70 L |