1971 Holden Statesman vs. 1963 Opel Rekord
To start off, 1971 Holden Statesman is newer by 8 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 3,298 cc (6 cylinders), 1971 Holden Statesman is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Holden Statesman (133 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 1963 Opel Rekord. (53 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 Holden Statesman should accelerate faster than 1963 Opel Rekord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Holden Statesman weights approximately 410 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, 1971 Holden Statesman (264 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 156 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Opel Rekord. (108 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1971 Holden Statesman will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Opel Rekord.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Holden Statesman | 1963 Opel Rekord | |
| Make | Holden | Opel |
| Model | Statesman | Rekord |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1963 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3298 cc | 1487 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 133 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 264 Nm | 108 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1380 kg | 970 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2650 mm |
