1963 Opel Rekord vs. 1991 Plymouth Colt
To start off, 1991 Plymouth Colt is newer by 28 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 2,349 cc (4 cylinders), 1991 Plymouth Colt is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Plymouth Colt (114 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 1963 Opel Rekord. (59 HP @ 4300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1991 Plymouth Colt should accelerate faster than 1963 Opel Rekord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Plymouth Colt weights approximately 365 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.
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, 1991 Plymouth 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, 1991 Plymouth Colt (184 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 62 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Opel Rekord. (122 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1991 Plymouth Colt will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Opel Rekord.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 Opel Rekord | 1991 Plymouth Colt | |
| Make | Opel | Plymouth |
| Model | Rekord | Colt |
| Year Released | 1963 | 1991 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1680 cc | 2349 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 122 Nm | 184 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 970 kg | 1335 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2530 mm |
