1958 Alfa Romeo 1900 vs. 1967 Opel Record
To start off, 1967 Opel Record is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Alfa Romeo 1900. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Alfa Romeo 1900 would be higher. At 2,118 cc (4 cylinders), 1967 Opel Record is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1958 Alfa Romeo 1900 (114 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 1967 Opel Record. (73 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1958 Alfa Romeo 1900 should accelerate faster than 1967 Opel Record. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Opel Record weights approximately 128 kg more than 1958 Alfa Romeo 1900.
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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 Alfa Romeo 1900 | 1967 Opel Record | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Opel |
| Model | 1900 | Record |
| Year Released | 1958 | 1967 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1975 cc | 2118 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 73 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.5 mm | 90.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 82.3 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 950 kg | 1078 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2670 mm |
