2007 Fiat Panda vs. 1973 Opel Rekord
To start off, 2007 Fiat Panda is newer by 34 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, 1973 Opel Rekord (66 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 2007 Fiat Panda. (59 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1973 Opel Rekord should accelerate faster than 2007 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Opel Rekord weights approximately 100 kg more than 2007 Fiat Panda. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Fiat Panda is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1973 Opel Rekord. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Fiat Panda will offer significantly more control. 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 18 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Fiat Panda. (102 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1973 Opel Rekord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Fiat Panda.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Fiat Panda | 1973 Opel Rekord | |
| Make | Fiat | Opel |
| Model | Panda | Rekord |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1242 cc | 1697 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 66 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 120 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 965 kg | 1065 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3580 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2680 mm |
