1963 Opel Rekord vs. 2007 Opel Agila
To start off, 2007 Opel Agila is newer by 44 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, 2007 Opel Agila (59 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1963 Opel Rekord. (53 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Opel Agila should accelerate faster than 1963 Opel Rekord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1963 Opel Rekord weights approximately 30 kg more than 2007 Opel Agila.
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, 2007 Opel Agila, 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, 1963 Opel Rekord (108 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Opel Agila. (88 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1963 Opel Rekord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Opel Agila.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 Opel Rekord | 2007 Opel Agila | |
| Make | Opel | Opel |
| Model | Rekord | Agila |
| Year Released | 1963 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1487 cc | 998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 108 Nm | 88 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 73.4 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 74 mm | 78.6 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 970 kg | 940 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 3510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2370 mm |
