1963 Opel Rekord vs. 2013 Audi A3
To start off, 2013 Audi A3 is newer by 50 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 1,984 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Audi A3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Audi A3 (197 HP) has 144 more horse power than 1963 Opel Rekord. (53 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Audi A3 should accelerate faster than 1963 Opel Rekord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Audi A3 weights approximately 600 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 2013 Audi A3 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1963 Opel Rekord. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Audi A3 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, 2013 Audi A3 (281 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 173 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Opel Rekord. (108 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2013 Audi A3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Opel Rekord.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 Opel Rekord | 2013 Audi A3 | |
| Make | Opel | Audi |
| Model | Rekord | A3 |
| Year Released | 1963 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1487 cc | 1984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | W |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 197 HP |
| Torque | 108 Nm | 281 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 82.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 74 mm | 92.8 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 970 kg | 1570 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4292 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1995 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1423 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2578 mm |
