1963 Opel Rekord vs. 1975 Volkswagen Scirocco
To start off, 1975 Volkswagen Scirocco is newer by 12 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 1,487 cc (4 cylinders), 1963 Opel Rekord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Volkswagen Scirocco (70 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1963 Opel Rekord. (53 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1975 Volkswagen Scirocco should accelerate faster than 1963 Opel Rekord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1963 Opel Rekord weights approximately 170 kg more than 1975 Volkswagen Scirocco.
Because 1963 Opel Rekord is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1963 Opel Rekord. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1975 Volkswagen Scirocco, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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. Let's talk about torque, 1975 Volkswagen Scirocco (110 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Opel Rekord. (108 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1975 Volkswagen Scirocco will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Opel Rekord.
Compare all specifications:
1963 Opel Rekord | 1975 Volkswagen Scirocco | |
Make | Opel | Volkswagen |
Model | Rekord | Scirocco |
Year Released | 1963 | 1975 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1487 cc | 1455 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 53 HP | 70 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 108 Nm | 110 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 79.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 74 mm | 73.4 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 970 kg | 800 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 3890 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2410 mm |