Opel Rekord Rekord C
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Opel - Rekord C

Details-
BrandOpel
ModelRekord
GenerationRekord C
Modification1.5 (58 Hp) Manual 4-speed
Start Of Production1966
End Of Production1969

Performance

The Rekord boasts a maximum speed of 133 km/h (82.64 mph), showcasing its impressive performance capabilities.

Specs-
Max Speed133 km/h 82.64 mph

Body & Dimensions

The Opel Rekord is a mid-size sedan with a sleek design, offering 5 seats and 4 doors. It measures 4550 mm in length, 1758 mm in width, and 1453 mm in height. Its wheelbase is 2668 mm, and it has a minimum turning circle of 11.74 m. The Rekord is a reliable and comfortable ride, making it an excellent choice for daily driving.

Specs-
Rating
Body TypeSedan
Seats5
Doors4
Length4550 mm 179.13 in.
Width1758 mm 69.21 in.
Height1453 mm 57.2 in.
Wheelbase2668 mm 105.04 in.
Front Track1400 mm 55.12 in.
Rear Track1400 mm 55.12 in.
Min Turning Circle11.74 m 38.52 ft.

Fuel Consumption

The Rekord is a petrol-powered car with a fuel consumption of 11 liters per 100 kilometers, equivalent to 21.38 US mpg or 25.68 UK mpg.

Specs-
Rating
Fuel TypePetrol (Gasoline)
Fuel Consumption Combined11 l/100 km 21.38 US mpg 25.68 UK mpg 9.09 km/l

Engine & Transmission

The Rekord is a rear-wheel drive car powered by a 1.5L inline-4 internal combustion engine, producing 58 Hp and 103 Nm of torque. It features a 4-speed manual transmission and a double wishbone front suspension, with a rigid axle suspension at the rear.

Specs-
Rating
Powertrain ArchitectureInternal Combustion engine
Power58 Hp @ 4800 rpm.
Power Per Litre38.9 Hp/l
Torque103 Nm @ 2000-3000 rpm. 75.97 lb.-ft. @ 2000-3000 rpm.
Engine LayoutFront, Longitudinal
Engine Displacement1492 cm3 91.05 cu. in.
Number Of Cylinders4
Engine ConfigurationInline
Cylinder Bore82.5 mm 3.25 in.
Piston Stroke69.8 mm 2.75 in.
Compression Ratio8.2
Number Of Valves Per Cylinder2
Fuel Injection SystemCarburettor
Engine AspirationNaturally aspirated engine
ValvetrainCIH
Engine Oil Capacity3.3 l 3.49 US qt | 2.9 UK qt
Engine Oil Specification20W-50 / API SD, API SE, API SF
Coolant7.2 l 7.61 US qt | 6.34 UK qt
Drivetrain ArchitectureThe Internal combustion engine (ICE) drives the rear wheels of the vehicle.
Drive WheelRear wheel drive
Number Of Gears And Type Of Gearbox4 gears, manual transmission
Front SuspensionDouble wishbone
Rear SuspensionRigid axle suspension, Trailing arm, Coil spring

Brakes

The car in question is a Rekord model. It comes equipped with disc brakes at the front and drum brakes at the rear. The steering type is a Cone worm with recirculation balls, and it has hydraulic power steering. The tire size for both the front and rear wheels is 175/75R13.

Specs-
Rating
Front BrakesDisc
Rear BrakesDrum
Steering TypeCone worm with recirculation balls
Power SteeringHydraulic Steering
Tires SizeFront wheel tires: 175/75R13 Rear wheel tires: 175/75R13

Weight & Capacity

The Rekord has a weight-to-power ratio of 18 kg/Hp (55.5 Hp/tonne) and a weight-to-torque ratio of 10.1 kg/Nm (98.6 Nm/tonne). It has a kerb weight of 1045 kg (2303.83 lbs.) and a maximum weight of 1480 kg (3262.84 lbs.), allowing for a maximum load of 435 kg (959.01 lbs.). The fuel tank has a capacity of 55 L (14.53 US gal | 12.1 UK gal).

Specs-
Rating
Weight To Power Ratio18 kg/Hp, 55.5 Hp/tonne
Weight To Torque Ratio10.1 kg/Nm, 98.6 Nm/tonne
Kerb Weight1045 kg 2303.83 lbs.
Max Weight1480 kg 3262.84 lbs.
Max Load435 kg 959.01 lbs.
Fuel Tank Capacity55 l 14.53 US gal | 12.1 UK gal

Frequently Asked Questions

FAQs for Opel - Rekord C

The length of the Opel Rekord is 4550 mm or 179.13 in.

The Opel Rekord has 5 seats.

The minimum turning circle of the Opel Rekord is 11.74 m or 38.52 ft.

The spec sheet does not include information regarding the safety features of the Rekord.

The spec sheet does not include information regarding the fuel consumption of the Rekord.

Petrol (Gasoline)

11 l/100 km (21.38 US mpg, 25.68 UK mpg)

9.09 km/l

1492 cm3 (91.05 cu. in.)

Carburettor

Rear wheel drive

The car has disc brakes at the front and drum brakes at the rear.

The car uses a Cone worm with recirculation balls steering type and has hydraulic power steering.

The tire size for both the front and rear wheels is 175/75R13.

1953-1986

Reliability, durability, and fuel efficiency

Mid-size car

The Rekord has a weight-to-power ratio of 18 kg/Hp (55.5 Hp/tonne).

The Rekord has a maximum load capacity of 435 kg (959.01 lbs.).

The Rekord has a fuel tank capacity of 55 L (14.53 US gal | 12.1 UK gal).