1963 Opel Rekord vs. 2001 Toyota Brevis
To start off, 2001 Toyota Brevis 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 2,999 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Toyota Brevis is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Toyota Brevis (211 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 158 more horse power than 1963 Opel Rekord. (53 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Toyota Brevis should accelerate faster than 1963 Opel Rekord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Toyota Brevis weights approximately 580 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.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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 Brevis (280 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 172 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Opel Rekord. (108 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2001 Toyota Brevis 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 Brevis | |
Make | Opel | Toyota |
Model | Rekord | Brevis |
Year Released | 1963 | 2001 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1487 cc | 2999 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 53 HP | 211 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 108 Nm | 280 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 74 mm | 86 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 970 kg | 1550 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4560 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2790 mm |