1963 Opel Rekord vs. 2001 Toyota Allion
To start off, 2001 Toyota Allion is newer by 38 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 1,999 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Toyota Allion is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Toyota Allion (151 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 98 more horse power than 1963 Opel Rekord. (53 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Toyota Allion should accelerate faster than 1963 Opel Rekord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Toyota Allion weights approximately 270 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, 2001 Toyota Allion, 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, 2001 Toyota Allion (200 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 92 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Opel Rekord. (108 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2001 Toyota Allion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Opel Rekord.
Compare all specifications:
1963 Opel Rekord | 2001 Toyota Allion | |
Make | Opel | Toyota |
Model | Rekord | Allion |
Year Released | 1963 | 2001 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1487 cc | 1999 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 53 HP | 151 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 108 Nm | 200 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 74 mm | 86 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 970 kg | 1240 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4560 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2610 mm |