1957 Opel Record vs. 1977 Volkswagen 1302
To start off, 1977 Volkswagen 1302 is newer by 20 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 1,488 cc (4 cylinders), 1957 Opel Record is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1957 Opel Record (44 HP @ 3900 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1977 Volkswagen 1302. (34 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1957 Opel Record should accelerate faster than 1977 Volkswagen 1302. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 Opel Record weights approximately 145 kg more than 1977 Volkswagen 1302. 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 Opel Record (98 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Volkswagen 1302. (85 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1957 Opel Record will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Volkswagen 1302.
Compare all specifications:
1957 Opel Record | 1977 Volkswagen 1302 | |
Make | Opel | Volkswagen |
Model | Record | 1302 |
Year Released | 1957 | 1977 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 1488 cc | 1192 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 44 HP | 34 HP |
Engine RPM | 3900 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 98 Nm | 85 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80.1 mm | 77 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 74 mm | 64 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 895 kg | 750 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4070 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1560 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1510 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2410 mm |