1963 Alfa Romeo Giulia vs. 1967 Opel Rekord
To start off, 1967 Opel Rekord is newer by 4 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 2,239 cc (6 cylinders), 1967 Opel Rekord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1963 Alfa Romeo Giulia (115 HP) has 21 more horse power than 1967 Opel Rekord. (94 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1963 Alfa Romeo Giulia should accelerate faster than 1967 Opel Rekord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Opel Rekord weights approximately 45 kg more than 1963 Alfa Romeo Giulia.
Let's talk about torque, 1967 Opel Rekord (160 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Alfa Romeo Giulia. (145 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1967 Opel Rekord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Alfa Romeo Giulia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 Alfa Romeo Giulia | 1967 Opel Rekord | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Opel |
| Model | Giulia | Rekord |
| Year Released | 1963 | 1967 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1570 cc | 2239 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 94 HP |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 1095 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 4560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 46 L | 70 L |
