1963 Opel Rekord vs. 2005 Toyota Vitz
To start off, 2005 Toyota Vitz is newer by 42 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 1,487 cc (4 cylinders), 1963 Opel Rekord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Toyota Vitz (86 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 1963 Opel Rekord. (53 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Toyota Vitz should accelerate faster than 1963 Opel Rekord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Toyota Vitz weights approximately 140 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 2005 Toyota Vitz 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, 2005 Toyota Vitz 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, 2005 Toyota Vitz (120 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Opel Rekord. (108 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2005 Toyota Vitz will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Opel Rekord.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 Opel Rekord | 2005 Toyota Vitz | |
| Make | Opel | Toyota |
| Model | Rekord | Vitz |
| Year Released | 1963 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1487 cc | 1296 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 86 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 108 Nm | 120 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 74 mm | 73.5 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 970 kg | 1110 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 3760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2440 mm |
