1963 Opel Rekord vs. 1995 Alfa Romeo 33
To start off, 1995 Alfa Romeo 33 is newer by 32 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, 1995 Alfa Romeo 33 (87 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 1963 Opel Rekord. (53 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Alfa Romeo 33 should accelerate faster than 1963 Opel Rekord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1963 Opel Rekord weights approximately 30 kg more than 1995 Alfa Romeo 33.
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, 1995 Alfa Romeo 33, 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, 1995 Alfa Romeo 33 (124 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Opel Rekord. (108 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1995 Alfa Romeo 33 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Opel Rekord.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 Opel Rekord | 1995 Alfa Romeo 33 | |
| Make | Opel | Alfa Romeo |
| Model | Rekord | 33 |
| Year Released | 1963 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1487 cc | 1349 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 87 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 108 Nm | 124 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 970 kg | 940 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4080 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2480 mm |
