1963 Opel Rekord vs. 2004 Rover 75
To start off, 2004 Rover 75 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 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Rover 75 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Rover 75 (118 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 1963 Opel Rekord. (53 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Rover 75 should accelerate faster than 1963 Opel Rekord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Rover 75 weights approximately 404 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 Rover 75, 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 Rover 75 (160 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 52 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Opel Rekord. (108 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2004 Rover 75 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Opel Rekord.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 Opel Rekord | 2004 Rover 75 | |
| Make | Opel | Rover |
| Model | Rekord | 75 |
| Year Released | 1963 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1487 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 108 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 74 mm | 89.3 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 970 kg | 1374 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2750 mm |
