1972 Opel Rekord vs. 1963 Sunbeam Alpine
To start off, 1972 Opel Rekord is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Sunbeam Alpine. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Sunbeam Alpine would be higher. At 1,698 cc (4 cylinders), 1972 Opel Rekord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1963 Sunbeam Alpine (81 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1972 Opel Rekord. (66 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1963 Sunbeam Alpine should accelerate faster than 1972 Opel Rekord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Opel Rekord weights approximately 35 kg more than 1963 Sunbeam Alpine.
Let's talk about torque, 1963 Sunbeam Alpine (126 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Opel Rekord. (120 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1963 Sunbeam Alpine will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Opel Rekord.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Opel Rekord | 1963 Sunbeam Alpine | |
| Make | Opel | Sunbeam |
| Model | Rekord | Alpine |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1963 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1698 cc | 1592 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 66 HP | 81 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 120 Nm | 126 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1065 kg | 1030 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 3950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2190 mm |
