1957 Opel Record vs. 2005 Peugeot 307
To start off, 2005 Peugeot 307 is newer by 48 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 1,558 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Peugeot 307 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Peugeot 307 (108 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 1957 Opel Record. (44 HP @ 3900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Peugeot 307 should accelerate faster than 1957 Opel Record. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Peugeot 307 weights approximately 515 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.
Because 1957 Opel Record is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1957 Opel Record. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Peugeot 307, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2005 Peugeot 307 (240 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 142 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Opel Record. (98 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2005 Peugeot 307 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Opel Record.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Opel Record | 2005 Peugeot 307 | |
| Make | Opel | Peugeot |
| Model | Record | 307 |
| Year Released | 1957 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1488 cc | 1558 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3900 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 98 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80.1 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 74 mm | 88.3 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 6.9:1 | 17.6:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 895 kg | 1410 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 60 L |
