1964 Opel Rekord vs. 1973 Triumph 1500
To start off, 1973 Triumph 1500 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Opel Rekord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Opel Rekord would be higher. At 2,604 cc (6 cylinders), 1964 Opel Rekord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1964 Opel Rekord (100 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 1973 Triumph 1500. (60 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1964 Opel Rekord should accelerate faster than 1973 Triumph 1500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1964 Opel Rekord weights approximately 70 kg more than 1973 Triumph 1500. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1964 Opel Rekord (185 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Triumph 1500. (110 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 1964 Opel Rekord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Triumph 1500.
Compare all specifications:
1964 Opel Rekord | 1973 Triumph 1500 | |
Make | Opel | Triumph |
Model | Rekord | 1500 |
Year Released | 1964 | 1973 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2604 cc | 1493 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 100 HP | 60 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 185 Nm | 110 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2700 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1035 kg | 965 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4120 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1570 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2460 mm |