2001 Fiat Duna vs. 1970 Opel Record
To start off, 2001 Fiat Duna is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Opel Record. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Opel Record would be higher. At 1,581 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Fiat Duna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Fiat Duna (86 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 1970 Opel Record. (59 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Fiat Duna should accelerate faster than 1970 Opel Record. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Opel Record weights approximately 140 kg more than 2001 Fiat Duna.
Let's talk about torque, 2001 Fiat Duna (140 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Opel Record. (105 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2001 Fiat Duna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Opel Record.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Fiat Duna | 1970 Opel Record | |
| Make | Fiat | Opel |
| Model | Duna | Record |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1581 cc | 1492 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 86 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 140 Nm | 105 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 885 kg | 1025 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 4560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2670 mm |
