2008 Fiat Palio vs. 1973 Opel Rekord
To start off, 2008 Fiat Palio is newer by 35 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, 2008 Fiat Palio (68 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1973 Opel Rekord. (66 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Fiat Palio should accelerate faster than 1973 Opel Rekord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Opel Rekord weights approximately 180 kg more than 2008 Fiat Palio.
Because 1973 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 1973 Opel Rekord. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Fiat Palio, 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, 1973 Opel Rekord (120 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Fiat Palio. (102 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1973 Opel Rekord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Fiat Palio.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Fiat Palio | 1973 Opel Rekord | |
| Make | Fiat | Opel |
| Model | Palio | Rekord |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1240 cc | 1697 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 68 HP | 66 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 120 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 885 kg | 1065 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3550 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2680 mm |
