1962 Alfa Romeo Spider vs. 1954 Opel Rekord
To start off, 1962 Alfa Romeo Spider is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Opel Rekord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Opel Rekord would be higher. At 2,582 cc (6 cylinders), 1962 Alfa Romeo Spider is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1962 Alfa Romeo Spider (163 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 119 more horse power than 1954 Opel Rekord. (44 HP @ 3900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1962 Alfa Romeo Spider should accelerate faster than 1954 Opel Rekord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1962 Alfa Romeo Spider weights approximately 395 kg more than 1954 Opel Rekord. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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1962 Alfa Romeo Spider | 1954 Opel Rekord | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Opel |
Model | Spider | Rekord |
Year Released | 1962 | 1954 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2582 cc | 1487 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 163 HP | 44 HP |
Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 3900 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1330 kg | 935 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4250 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1510 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2490 mm |