1963 Opel Rekord vs. 1974 Peugeot 404
To start off, 1974 Peugeot 404 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Opel Rekord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Opel Rekord would be higher. At 1,616 cc (4 cylinders), 1974 Peugeot 404 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Peugeot 404 (62 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1963 Opel Rekord. (53 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1974 Peugeot 404 should accelerate faster than 1963 Opel Rekord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Peugeot 404 weights approximately 95 kg more than 1963 Opel Rekord. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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:
| 1963 Opel Rekord | 1974 Peugeot 404 | |
| Make | Opel | Peugeot |
| Model | Rekord | 404 |
| Year Released | 1963 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1487 cc | 1616 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 970 kg | 1065 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2650 mm |
