2001 Fiat Stilo vs. 1967 Opel Rekord
To start off, 2001 Fiat Stilo is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Opel Rekord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Opel Rekord would be higher. At 2,239 cc (6 cylinders), 1967 Opel Rekord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Opel Rekord (94 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 2001 Fiat Stilo. (79 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1967 Opel Rekord should accelerate faster than 2001 Fiat Stilo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Fiat Stilo weights approximately 220 kg more than 1967 Opel Rekord.
Because 1967 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 1967 Opel Rekord. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Fiat Stilo, 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, 2001 Fiat Stilo (196 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Opel Rekord. (160 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2001 Fiat Stilo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Opel Rekord.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Fiat Stilo | 1967 Opel Rekord | |
| Make | Fiat | Opel |
| Model | Stilo | Rekord |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1967 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1910 cc | 2239 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 196 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.5:1 | 9.2:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1315 kg | 1095 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 4560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 70 L |
