1973 Mazda Familia vs. 1963 Opel Rekord
To start off, 1973 Mazda Familia is newer by 10 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 1,487 cc (4 cylinders), 1963 Opel Rekord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Mazda Familia (74 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 1963 Opel Rekord. (53 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Mazda Familia should accelerate faster than 1963 Opel Rekord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1963 Opel Rekord weights approximately 170 kg more than 1973 Mazda Familia.
Let's talk about torque, 1973 Mazda Familia (110 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Opel Rekord. (108 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1973 Mazda Familia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Opel Rekord.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Mazda Familia | 1963 Opel Rekord | |
| Make | Mazda | Opel |
| Model | Familia | Rekord |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1963 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1272 cc | 1487 cc |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 108 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 800 kg | 970 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2650 mm |
