2003 Hyundai Accent vs. 1966 Opel Rekord
To start off, 2003 Hyundai Accent is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Opel Rekord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Opel Rekord would be higher. At 1,895 cc (4 cylinders), 1966 Opel Rekord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Hyundai Accent (102 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 1966 Opel Rekord. (88 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Hyundai Accent should accelerate faster than 1966 Opel Rekord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 Opel Rekord weights approximately 56 kg more than 2003 Hyundai Accent.
Because 1966 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 1966 Opel Rekord. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Hyundai Accent, 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, 1966 Opel Rekord (146 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Hyundai Accent. (143 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1966 Opel Rekord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Hyundai Accent.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Hyundai Accent | 1966 Opel Rekord | |
| Make | Hyundai | Opel |
| Model | Accent | Rekord |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1966 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1599 cc | 1895 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 102 HP | 88 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 143 Nm | 146 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76.5 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 87 mm | 69.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1074 kg | 1130 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4220 mm | 4560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 60 L |
