1963 Opel Rekord vs. 2010 Mitsubishi Eclipse
To start off, 2010 Mitsubishi Eclipse is newer by 47 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 2,400 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Mitsubishi Eclipse is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Mitsubishi Eclipse (162 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 109 more horse power than 1963 Opel Rekord. (53 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Mitsubishi Eclipse should accelerate faster than 1963 Opel Rekord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Mitsubishi Eclipse weights approximately 510 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, 2010 Mitsubishi Eclipse, 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, 2010 Mitsubishi Eclipse (219 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 111 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Opel Rekord. (108 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2010 Mitsubishi Eclipse will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Opel Rekord.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 Opel Rekord | 2010 Mitsubishi Eclipse | |
| Make | Opel | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Rekord | Eclipse |
| Year Released | 1963 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1487 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 162 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 108 Nm | 219 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 970 kg | 1480 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4582 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1834 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1359 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2576 mm |
