1963 Alfa Romeo Giulia vs. 1974 Opel Rekord
To start off, 1974 Opel Rekord is newer by 11 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 1,698 cc (4 cylinders), 1974 Opel Rekord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1963 Alfa Romeo Giulia (105 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 1974 Opel Rekord. (66 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1963 Alfa Romeo Giulia should accelerate faster than 1974 Opel Rekord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Opel Rekord weights approximately 95 kg more than 1963 Alfa Romeo Giulia.
Let's talk about torque, 1963 Alfa Romeo Giulia (133 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Opel Rekord. (120 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1963 Alfa Romeo Giulia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Opel Rekord.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 Alfa Romeo Giulia | 1974 Opel Rekord | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Opel |
| Model | Giulia | Rekord |
| Year Released | 1963 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1569 cc | 1698 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 105 HP | 66 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 133 Nm | 120 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 970 kg | 1065 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2680 mm |
