2005 Opel Corsa vs. 1968 Opel Rekord
To start off, 2005 Opel Corsa is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Opel Rekord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Opel Rekord would be higher. At 1,490 cc (4 cylinders), 1968 Opel Rekord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Opel Rekord (59 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 2005 Opel Corsa. (58 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1968 Opel Rekord should accelerate faster than 2005 Opel Corsa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Opel Rekord weights approximately 120 kg more than 2005 Opel Corsa. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1968 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 1968 Opel Rekord. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Opel Corsa, 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, 1968 Opel Rekord (105 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Opel Corsa. (88 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1968 Opel Rekord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Opel Corsa.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Opel Corsa | 1968 Opel Rekord | |
| Make | Opel | Opel |
| Model | Corsa | Rekord |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 997 cc | 1490 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 58 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 88 Nm | 105 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 905 kg | 1025 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3830 mm | 4560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2670 mm |
