1963 Opel Rekord vs. 1983 Holden Gemini
To start off, 1983 Holden Gemini is newer by 20 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 1,584 cc (4 cylinders), 1983 Holden Gemini is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Holden Gemini (66 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 1963 Opel Rekord. (53 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1983 Holden Gemini should accelerate faster than 1963 Opel Rekord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1963 Opel Rekord weights approximately 22 kg more than 1983 Holden Gemini.
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. Let's talk about torque, 1963 Opel Rekord (108 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Holden Gemini. (106 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1963 Opel Rekord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Holden Gemini.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 Opel Rekord | 1983 Holden Gemini | |
| Make | Opel | Holden |
| Model | Rekord | Gemini |
| Year Released | 1963 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1487 cc | 1584 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 66 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 108 Nm | 106 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 970 kg | 948 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2410 mm |
