1963 Opel Rekord vs. 1983 Toyota Celica
To start off, 1983 Toyota Celica 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 2,563 cc, 1983 Toyota Celica is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Toyota Celica (118 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 1963 Opel Rekord. (53 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1983 Toyota Celica should accelerate faster than 1963 Opel Rekord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Toyota Celica weights approximately 210 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.
Let's talk about torque, 1983 Toyota Celica (215 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 107 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Opel Rekord. (108 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1983 Toyota Celica will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Opel Rekord.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 Opel Rekord | 1983 Toyota Celica | |
| Make | Opel | Toyota |
| Model | Rekord | Celica |
| Year Released | 1963 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1487 cc | 2563 cc |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 108 Nm | 215 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 970 kg | 1180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2640 mm |
