2007 Hyundai Accent vs. 1970 Opel Rekord
To start off, 2007 Hyundai Accent is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Opel Rekord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Opel Rekord would be higher. At 1,696 cc (4 cylinders), 1970 Opel Rekord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Hyundai Accent (109 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 1970 Opel Rekord. (66 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Hyundai Accent should accelerate faster than 1970 Opel Rekord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Opel Rekord weights approximately 7 kg more than 2007 Hyundai Accent.
Because 1970 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 1970 Opel Rekord. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Hyundai Accent, 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, 2007 Hyundai Accent (145 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Opel Rekord. (120 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2007 Hyundai Accent will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Opel Rekord.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Hyundai Accent | 1970 Opel Rekord | |
| Make | Hyundai | Opel |
| Model | Accent | Rekord |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1599 cc | 1696 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 109 HP | 66 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 120 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1058 kg | 1065 kg |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2680 mm |
