1963 Opel Rekord vs. 1982 Mitsubishi Colt
To start off, 1982 Mitsubishi Colt is newer by 19 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 1,597 cc (4 cylinders), 1982 Mitsubishi Colt is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Mitsubishi Colt (74 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 1963 Opel Rekord. (53 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1982 Mitsubishi Colt should accelerate faster than 1963 Opel Rekord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1963 Opel Rekord weights approximately 65 kg more than 1982 Mitsubishi Colt.
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, 1982 Mitsubishi Colt, 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, 1982 Mitsubishi Colt (112 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Opel Rekord. (108 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1982 Mitsubishi Colt will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Opel Rekord.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 Opel Rekord | 1982 Mitsubishi Colt | |
| Make | Opel | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Rekord | Colt |
| Year Released | 1963 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1487 cc | 1597 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 108 Nm | 112 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 970 kg | 905 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 3920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2390 mm |
