1963 Opel Rekord vs. 2000 Volkswagen Lupo
To start off, 2000 Volkswagen Lupo is newer by 37 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, 2000 Volkswagen Lupo (103 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 1963 Opel Rekord. (53 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Volkswagen Lupo should accelerate faster than 1963 Opel Rekord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1963 Opel Rekord weights approximately 64 kg more than 2000 Volkswagen Lupo.
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, 2000 Volkswagen Lupo, 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, 2000 Volkswagen Lupo (130 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Opel Rekord. (108 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2000 Volkswagen Lupo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Opel Rekord.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 Opel Rekord | 2000 Volkswagen Lupo | |
| Make | Opel | Volkswagen |
| Model | Rekord | Lupo |
| Year Released | 1963 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1487 cc | 1390 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 103 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 108 Nm | 130 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 76.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 74 mm | 75.6 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 970 kg | 906 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 3540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2330 mm |
