2002 Fiat Palio vs. 1964 Opel Rekord
To start off, 2002 Fiat Palio is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Opel Rekord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Opel Rekord would be higher. At 1,488 cc (4 cylinders), 1964 Opel Rekord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Fiat Palio (59 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1964 Opel Rekord. (53 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Fiat Palio should accelerate faster than 1964 Opel Rekord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Fiat Palio weights approximately 55 kg more than 1964 Opel Rekord. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1964 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 1964 Opel Rekord. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 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, 1964 Opel Rekord (108 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Fiat Palio. (104 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1964 Opel Rekord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Fiat Palio.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Fiat Palio | 1964 Opel Rekord | |
| Make | Fiat | Opel |
| Model | Palio | Rekord |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1964 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1368 cc | 1488 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 104 Nm | 108 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 7.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1025 kg | 970 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2650 mm |
