2008 Honda Jazz vs. 1966 Opel Rekord
To start off, 2008 Honda Jazz 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 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 1966 Opel Rekord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1966 Opel Rekord (89 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 2008 Honda Jazz. (82 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1966 Opel Rekord should accelerate faster than 2008 Honda Jazz. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 Opel Rekord weights approximately 17 kg more than 2008 Honda Jazz. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1966 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 1966 Opel Rekord. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Honda Jazz, 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, 1966 Opel Rekord (149 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Honda Jazz. (119 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1966 Opel Rekord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Honda Jazz.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Honda Jazz | 1966 Opel Rekord | |
| Make | Honda | Opel |
| Model | Jazz | Rekord |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1966 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1338 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 82 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 119 Nm | 149 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1048 kg | 1065 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3840 mm | 4560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 70 L |
