2006 Fiat Panda vs. 1963 Opel Rekord
To start off, 2006 Fiat Panda is newer by 43 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Opel Rekord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Opel Rekord would be higher. At 1,487 cc (4 cylinders), 1963 Opel Rekord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Fiat Panda (54 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1963 Opel Rekord. (53 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Fiat Panda should accelerate faster than 1963 Opel Rekord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1963 Opel Rekord weights approximately 130 kg more than 2006 Fiat Panda.
Because 1963 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 1963 Opel Rekord. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Fiat Panda, 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, 1963 Opel Rekord (108 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Fiat Panda. (88 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1963 Opel Rekord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Fiat Panda.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Fiat Panda | 1963 Opel Rekord | |
| Make | Fiat | Opel |
| Model | Panda | Rekord |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1963 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1108 cc | 1487 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 54 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 88 Nm | 108 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72 mm | 74 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 840 kg | 970 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2650 mm |
