1966 Opel Rekord vs. 1962 Triumph TR4
To start off, 1966 Opel Rekord is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Triumph TR4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Triumph TR4 would be higher. At 1,991 cc (4 cylinders), 1962 Triumph TR4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1962 Triumph TR4 (100 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 1966 Opel Rekord. (59 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1962 Triumph TR4 should accelerate faster than 1966 Opel Rekord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 Opel Rekord weights approximately 190 kg more than 1962 Triumph TR4.
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, 1962 Triumph TR4 (173 Nm @ 3350 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Opel Rekord. (118 Nm @ 5300 RPM). This means 1962 Triumph TR4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Opel Rekord.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Opel Rekord | 1962 Triumph TR4 | |
| Make | Opel | Triumph |
| Model | Rekord | TR4 |
| Year Released | 1966 | 1962 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1696 cc | 1991 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 118 Nm | 173 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5300 RPM | 3350 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 920 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 3950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2240 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 53 L |
