1957 Ford Zodiac vs. 1973 Opel Rekord
To start off, 1973 Opel Rekord is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Ford Zodiac. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Ford Zodiac would be higher. At 2,552 cc (6 cylinders), 1957 Ford Zodiac is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1957 Ford Zodiac (76 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1973 Opel Rekord. (66 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1957 Ford Zodiac should accelerate faster than 1973 Opel Rekord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 Ford Zodiac weights approximately 129 kg more than 1973 Opel Rekord. 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, 1957 Ford Zodiac (187 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 67 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Opel Rekord. (120 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1957 Ford Zodiac will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Opel Rekord.
Compare all specifications:
1957 Ford Zodiac | 1973 Opel Rekord | |
Make | Ford | Opel |
Model | Zodiac | Rekord |
Year Released | 1957 | 1973 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2552 cc | 1697 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 76 HP | 66 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5300 RPM |
Torque | 187 Nm | 120 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1194 kg | 1065 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 4640 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1590 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2680 mm |