2007 Kia Pregio vs. 1965 Opel Rekord
To start off, 2007 Kia Pregio is newer by 42 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Opel Rekord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Opel Rekord would be higher. At 2,665 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Kia Pregio is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1965 Opel Rekord (90 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 2007 Kia Pregio. (83 HP @ 4150 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1965 Opel Rekord should accelerate faster than 2007 Kia Pregio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Kia Pregio weights approximately 652 kg more than 1965 Opel Rekord.
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 Kia Pregio (175 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Opel Rekord. (146 Nm @ 3100 RPM). This means 2007 Kia Pregio will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Opel Rekord.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Kia Pregio | 1965 Opel Rekord | |
| Make | Kia | Opel |
| Model | Pregio | Rekord |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1965 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2665 cc | 1977 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 83 HP | 90 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4150 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 175 Nm | 146 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1682 kg | 1030 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1980 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2650 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 70 L |
