2008 Fiat Palio vs. 1978 Opel Rekord
To start off, 2008 Fiat Palio is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Opel Rekord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Opel Rekord would be higher. At 2,260 cc (4 cylinders), 1978 Opel Rekord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Fiat Palio (90 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 1978 Opel Rekord. (64 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Fiat Palio should accelerate faster than 1978 Opel Rekord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Opel Rekord weights approximately 350 kg more than 2008 Fiat Palio.
Because 1978 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 1978 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, 1978 Opel Rekord (126 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Fiat Palio. (102 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1978 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 | 1978 Opel Rekord | |
Make | Fiat | Opel |
Model | Palio | Rekord |
Year Released | 2008 | 1978 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1242 cc | 2260 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 90 HP | 64 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 102 Nm | 126 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 70.8 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 78.9 mm | 85 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.1:1 | 22.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 945 kg | 1295 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3830 mm | 4630 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1440 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2670 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 65 L |