1971 Opel Rekord vs. 1953 Alfa Romeo 1900
To start off, 1971 Opel Rekord is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 Alfa Romeo 1900. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 Alfa Romeo 1900 would be higher. At 2,068 cc (4 cylinders), 1971 Opel Rekord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1953 Alfa Romeo 1900 (90 HP) has 31 more horse power than 1971 Opel Rekord. (59 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1953 Alfa Romeo 1900 should accelerate faster than 1971 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, 1953 Alfa Romeo 1900 (140 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Opel Rekord. (120 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1953 Alfa Romeo 1900 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Opel Rekord.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Opel Rekord | 1953 Alfa Romeo 1900 | |
| Make | Opel | Alfa Romeo |
| Model | Rekord | 1900 |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1953 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2068 cc | 1884 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 90 HP |
| Torque | 120 Nm | 140 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1100 kg | 1100 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2710 mm |
