2003 Fiat Albea vs. 1971 Opel Rekord
To start off, 2003 Fiat Albea is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Opel Rekord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Opel Rekord would be higher. At 1,492 cc (4 cylinders), 1971 Opel Rekord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Fiat Albea (82 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1971 Opel Rekord. (59 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Fiat Albea should accelerate faster than 1971 Opel Rekord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Opel Rekord weights approximately 11 kg more than 2003 Fiat Albea.
Because 1971 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 1971 Opel Rekord. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Fiat Albea, 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, 2003 Fiat Albea (115 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Opel Rekord. (105 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2003 Fiat Albea will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Opel Rekord.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Fiat Albea | 1971 Opel Rekord | |
| Make | Fiat | Opel |
| Model | Albea | Rekord |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1248 cc | 1492 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 82 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 115 Nm | 105 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1015 kg | 1026 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 4560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2670 mm |
