1963 Opel Rekord vs. 2004 Honda Civic
To start off, 2004 Honda Civic is newer by 41 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 1,672 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Honda Civic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Honda Civic (123 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 1963 Opel Rekord. (53 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 1963 Opel Rekord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Honda Civic weights approximately 184 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, 2004 Honda Civic, 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, 2004 Honda Civic (151 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 43 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Opel Rekord. (108 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2004 Honda Civic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Opel Rekord.
Compare all specifications:
1963 Opel Rekord | 2004 Honda Civic | |
Make | Opel | Honda |
Model | Rekord | Civic |
Year Released | 1963 | 2004 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1487 cc | 1672 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 53 HP | 123 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 108 Nm | 151 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 74 mm | 94.4 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 970 kg | 1154 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4440 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2630 mm |