2006 Honda Insight vs. 1973 Opel Rekord
To start off, 2006 Honda Insight is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Opel Rekord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Opel Rekord would be higher. At 1,697 cc (4 cylinders), 1973 Opel Rekord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Honda Insight (73 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1973 Opel Rekord. (66 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Honda Insight should accelerate faster than 1973 Opel Rekord.
Because 1973 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 1973 Opel Rekord. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Honda Insight, 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, 1973 Opel Rekord (120 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Honda Insight. (107 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 1973 Opel Rekord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Honda Insight.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Honda Insight | 1973 Opel Rekord | |
| Make | Honda | Opel |
| Model | Insight | Rekord |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 999 cc | 1697 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 73 HP | 66 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 107 Nm | 120 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 3950 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2680 mm |
