1967 Holden HR vs. 1963 Opel Rekord
To start off, 1967 Holden HR is newer by 4 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 3,048 cc (6 cylinders), 1967 Holden HR is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Holden HR (108 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 1963 Opel Rekord. (59 HP @ 4300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1967 Holden HR should accelerate faster than 1963 Opel Rekord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Holden HR weights approximately 320 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.
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, 1967 Holden HR (245 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 123 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Opel Rekord. (122 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1967 Holden HR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Opel Rekord.
Compare all specifications:
1967 Holden HR | 1963 Opel Rekord | |
Make | Holden | Opel |
Model | HR | Rekord |
Year Released | 1967 | 1963 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3048 cc | 1680 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 108 HP | 59 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 4300 RPM |
Torque | 245 Nm | 122 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1290 kg | 970 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4610 mm | 4520 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2650 mm |