1973 Opel Rekord vs. 1961 Triumph Vitesse
To start off, 1973 Opel Rekord is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Triumph Vitesse. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Triumph Vitesse would be higher. At 1,697 cc (4 cylinders), 1973 Opel Rekord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1961 Triumph Vitesse (70 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1973 Opel Rekord. (66 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1961 Triumph Vitesse should accelerate faster than 1973 Opel Rekord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Opel Rekord weights approximately 185 kg more than 1961 Triumph Vitesse.
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, 1961 Triumph Vitesse (125 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Opel Rekord. (120 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1961 Triumph Vitesse will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Opel Rekord.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Opel Rekord | 1961 Triumph Vitesse | |
| Make | Opel | Triumph |
| Model | Rekord | Vitesse |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1961 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1697 cc | 1594 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 66 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 120 Nm | 125 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1065 kg | 880 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 3890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2270 mm |
