1999 Honda Insight vs. 1972 Opel Rekord
To start off, 1999 Honda Insight is newer by 27 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, 1999 Honda Insight (67 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1972 Opel Rekord. (66 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Honda Insight should accelerate faster than 1972 Opel Rekord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Opel Rekord weights approximately 225 kg more than 1999 Honda Insight.
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, 1999 Honda Insight, 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, 1999 Honda Insight (123 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Opel Rekord. (120 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1999 Honda Insight will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Opel Rekord.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Honda Insight | 1972 Opel Rekord | |
Make | Honda | Opel |
Model | Insight | Rekord |
Year Released | 1999 | 1972 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 995 cc | 1698 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 67 HP | 66 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5300 RPM |
Torque | 123 Nm | 120 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 840 kg | 1065 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3950 mm | 4640 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2680 mm |