2005 Fiat Seicento vs. 1972 Opel Rekord
To start off, 2005 Fiat Seicento is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Opel Rekord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Opel Rekord would be higher. At 1,698 cc (4 cylinders), 1972 Opel Rekord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Opel Rekord (66 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 2005 Fiat Seicento. (53 HP @ 2750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1972 Opel Rekord should accelerate faster than 2005 Fiat Seicento. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Opel Rekord weights approximately 255 kg more than 2005 Fiat Seicento. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1972 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 1972 Opel Rekord. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Fiat Seicento, 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, 1972 Opel Rekord (120 Nm) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Fiat Seicento. (88 Nm). This means 1972 Opel Rekord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Fiat Seicento.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Fiat Seicento | 1972 Opel Rekord | |
| Make | Fiat | Opel |
| Model | Seicento | Rekord |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1108 cc | 1698 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 66 HP |
| Engine RPM | 2750 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 88 Nm | 120 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 810 kg | 1065 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3330 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2680 mm |
