1963 Opel Rekord vs. 2003 Subaru Forester
To start off, 2003 Subaru Forester is newer by 40 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 2,456 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Subaru Forester is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Subaru Forester (163 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 110 more horse power than 1963 Opel Rekord. (53 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Subaru Forester should accelerate faster than 1963 Opel Rekord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Subaru Forester weights approximately 430 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 2003 Subaru Forester is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1963 Opel Rekord. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Subaru Forester will offer significantly more control. 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, 2003 Subaru Forester (225 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 117 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Opel Rekord. (108 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2003 Subaru Forester will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Opel Rekord.
Compare all specifications:
1963 Opel Rekord | 2003 Subaru Forester | |
Make | Opel | Subaru |
Model | Rekord | Forester |
Year Released | 1963 | 2003 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1487 cc | 2456 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 53 HP | 163 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 108 Nm | 225 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 100 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 74 mm | 79 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 970 kg | 1400 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4460 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1600 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2530 mm |