1966 Alvis TF vs. 1966 Opel Rekord

To start off, both 1966 Alvis TF and 1966 Opel Rekord were released in the same year (1966). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 1966 Alvis TF is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1966 Alvis TF (150 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 1966 Opel Rekord. (89 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1966 Alvis TF should accelerate faster than 1966 Opel Rekord.

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, 1966 Alvis TF (247 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 98 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Opel Rekord. (149 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1966 Alvis TF will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Opel Rekord.

Compare all specifications:

1966 Alvis TF 1966 Opel Rekord
Make Alvis Opel
Model TF Rekord
Year Released 1966 1966
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2993 cc 1995 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 150 HP 89 HP
Engine RPM 4750 RPM 5300 RPM
Torque 247 Nm 149 Nm
Torque RPM 3750 RPM 2800 RPM
Engine Compression Ratio 9.0:1 9.0:1
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Rear
Number of Seats 4 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Length 4810 mm 4560 mm
Vehicle Width 1680 mm 1760 mm
Vehicle Height 1470 mm 1460 mm
Wheelbase Size 2840 mm 2670 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 64 L 70 L


 

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