2008 Fiat Ducato vs. 1966 Opel Rekord
To start off, 2008 Fiat Ducato is newer by 42 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Opel Rekord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Opel Rekord would be higher. At 2,286 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Fiat Ducato is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Fiat Ducato (108 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1966 Opel Rekord. (89 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Fiat Ducato should accelerate faster than 1966 Opel Rekord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Fiat Ducato weights approximately 955 kg more than 1966 Opel Rekord. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2008 Fiat Ducato (270 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 121 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Opel Rekord. (149 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2008 Fiat Ducato will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Opel Rekord.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Fiat Ducato | 1966 Opel Rekord | |
| Make | Fiat | Opel |
| Model | Ducato | Rekord |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1966 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2286 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 270 Nm | 149 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 19.2:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 14 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2020 kg | 1065 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 4560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2160 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 70 L |
