2007 Chrysler PT Cruiser vs. 1967 Opel Rekord
To start off, 2007 Chrysler PT Cruiser is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Opel Rekord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Opel Rekord would be higher. At 2,429 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Chrysler PT Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Chrysler PT Cruiser (180 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 86 more horse power than 1967 Opel Rekord. (94 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Chrysler PT Cruiser should accelerate faster than 1967 Opel Rekord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Chrysler PT Cruiser weights approximately 469 kg more than 1967 Opel Rekord. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2007 Chrysler PT Cruiser (286 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 126 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Opel Rekord. (160 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2007 Chrysler PT Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Opel Rekord.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Chrysler PT Cruiser | 1967 Opel Rekord | |
| Make | Chrysler | Opel |
| Model | PT Cruiser | Rekord |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1967 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2429 cc | 2239 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 180 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 286 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1564 kg | 1095 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 4560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 57 L | 70 L |
