1955 Alfa Romeo Giulietta vs. 1967 Opel Rekord
To start off, 1967 Opel Rekord is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Alfa Romeo Giulietta would be higher. At 1,492 cc (4 cylinders), 1967 Opel Rekord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Opel Rekord (57 HP) has 5 more horse power than 1955 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. (52 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1967 Opel Rekord should accelerate faster than 1955 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Opel Rekord weights approximately 215 kg more than 1955 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1967 Opel Rekord (106 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. (94 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1967 Opel Rekord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Alfa Romeo Giulietta.
Compare all specifications:
1955 Alfa Romeo Giulietta | 1967 Opel Rekord | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Opel |
Model | Giulietta | Rekord |
Year Released | 1955 | 1967 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1289 cc | 1492 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 52 HP | 57 HP |
Torque | 94 Nm | 106 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 875 kg | 1090 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4560 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2640 mm |