1970 Alfa Romeo Junior vs. 1963 Opel Rekord
To start off, 1970 Alfa Romeo Junior is newer by 7 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 1,680 cc (4 cylinders), 1963 Opel Rekord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Alfa Romeo Junior (86 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 1963 Opel Rekord. (59 HP @ 4300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 Alfa Romeo Junior should accelerate faster than 1963 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, 1963 Opel Rekord (122 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Alfa Romeo Junior. (115 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1963 Opel Rekord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Alfa Romeo Junior.
Compare all specifications:
1970 Alfa Romeo Junior | 1963 Opel Rekord | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Opel |
Model | Junior | Rekord |
Year Released | 1970 | 1963 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1290 cc | 1680 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 86 HP | 59 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4300 RPM |
Torque | 115 Nm | 122 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 970 kg | 970 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3910 mm | 4520 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2650 mm |