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Opel Rekord Rekord B (1965–1966) Specs
Specifications, engines, dimensions and technical data.
Body Style
Chassis
Engines
Quick Specs
Chassis & Body
Engine Lineup
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Note: Performance figures may vary based on market and conditions.
Opel Rekord Rekord B overview
The Opel Rekord (Rekord B) is the 5th generation of the Rekord, built from 1965 to 1966. It is offered as a Sedan with 3 engines (petrol), from 84 HP to 115 HP. The 1.7 (55 Hp) reaches a top speed of 132 km/h and is 4433 mm long.
How much horsepower does the Opel Rekord have?
The Opel Rekord (Rekord B) has 84 HP to 115 HP, depending on the engine: 1.7 Cih (84 HP), 1.9 Cih (102 HP), 2.6 Cih (115 HP).
What engines are available for the Opel Rekord?
The Opel Rekord is available with 3 engines: 1.7 Cih (84 HP, petrol), 1.9 Cih (102 HP, petrol), 2.6 Cih (115 HP, petrol).
What are the dimensions of the Opel Rekord?
The Opel Rekord is 4433 mm long, 1616 mm wide, 1490 mm tall, with a 2541 mm wheelbase.
Advanced Specs
Overview
| Generation | Opel Rekord P1 Olympia |
|---|---|
| Year | 1957–1960 |
| Platform | Opel Kadett B |
| Variant | 1.7 (55 Hp) |
| Body type | sedan |
| Engine type | Fuel |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Seats | 5 |
| Doors | 4 |
Power & torque
| Power | 55 HP |
|---|---|
| Power @ max rpm | 4000 rpm |
| Torque | 120 Nm |
| Torque @ min rpm | 1900 rpm |
| Torque @ max rpm | 2300 rpm |
Performance
| Top speed | 132 km/h |
|---|
Engine
| Engine code | 1700 |
|---|---|
| Displacement | 1680 cc |
| Cylinders | 4 |
| Configuration | inline |
| Bore | 85.0 mm |
| Stroke | 74.0 mm |
| Compression ratio | 7.25 |
| Valves per cylinder | 2 |
| Injection system | carburettor |
| Aspiration | Naturally Aspirated Engine |
| Valvetrain | ohv |
| Oil capacity | 3.0 L |
| Coolant | 8.0 L |
| Engine layout | Front Longitudinal |
Drivetrain & transmission
| Drive | Rear Wheel Drive |
|---|---|
| Powertrain architecture | Internal Combustion Engine |
| Drivetrain architecture | The Internal Combustion Engine Ice Drives The Rear Wheels Of The Vehicle |
| Gearbox type | manual |
| Gears | 3 |
| Gearbox code | 3mt |
| Gearbox manufacturer | opel |
Dimensions
| Length | 4433 mm |
|---|---|
| Width | 1616 mm |
| Height | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2541 mm |
| Front track | 1260 mm |
| Rear track | 1270 mm |
| Turning circle | 10.7 m |
Mass
| Kerb weight | 930 kg |
|---|---|
| Max weight | 1340 kg |
| Max load | 410 kg |
Consumption & emissions
| Fuel combined | 8.9 L/100km |
|---|---|
| Fuel tank | 40.0 L |
Chassis & brakes
| Front suspension | Independent Coil Spring |
|---|---|
| Rear suspension | Leaf Spring |
| Front brakes | drum |
| Rear brakes | drum |
| Steering type | Cone Worm With Recirculation Balls |
| Wheel rims | 4J x 13 |
Efficiency ratios
| Weight-to-power | 16.9 kg/Hp, 59.1 Hp/tonne |
|---|---|
| Weight-to-torque | 7.8 kg/Nm, 129 Nm/tonne |
Other
| Start Of Production | 1957 |
|---|---|
| End Of Production | 1960 |
Performance
! Figures from catalog data; real-world values may differ.