1957 Opel Record 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 Opel Record. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Opel Record would be higher. At 1,697 cc (4 cylinders), 1973 Opel Rekord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Opel Rekord (66 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 1957 Opel Record. (44 HP @ 3900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1973 Opel Rekord should accelerate faster than 1957 Opel Record. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Opel Rekord weights approximately 170 kg more than 1957 Opel Record. 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, 1973 Opel Rekord (120 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Opel Record. (98 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1973 Opel Rekord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Opel Record.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Opel Record | 1973 Opel Rekord | |
| Make | Opel | Opel |
| Model | Record | Rekord |
| Year Released | 1957 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1488 cc | 1697 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 66 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3900 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 98 Nm | 120 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 895 kg | 1065 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2680 mm |
