1963 Alfa Romeo Giulia vs. 1966 Opel Rekord
To start off, 1966 Opel Rekord is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Alfa Romeo Giulia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Alfa Romeo Giulia would be higher. At 1,569 cc (4 cylinders), 1963 Alfa Romeo Giulia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1963 Alfa Romeo Giulia (105 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 1966 Opel Rekord. (57 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1963 Alfa Romeo Giulia should accelerate faster than 1966 Opel Rekord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 Opel Rekord weights approximately 120 kg more than 1963 Alfa Romeo Giulia.
Let's talk about torque, 1963 Alfa Romeo Giulia (133 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Opel Rekord. (105 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1963 Alfa Romeo Giulia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Opel Rekord.
Compare all specifications:
1963 Alfa Romeo Giulia | 1966 Opel Rekord | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Opel |
Model | Giulia | Rekord |
Year Released | 1963 | 1966 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1569 cc | 1490 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 105 HP | 57 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 133 Nm | 105 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 970 kg | 1090 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 4560 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2670 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 52 L | 60 L |