1975 Lancia Stratos vs. 1963 Opel Rekord
To start off, 1975 Lancia Stratos is newer by 12 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 2,418 cc (6 cylinders), 1975 Lancia Stratos is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Lancia Stratos (187 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 134 more horse power than 1963 Opel Rekord. (53 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1975 Lancia Stratos should accelerate faster than 1963 Opel Rekord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Lancia Stratos weights approximately 10 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, 1975 Lancia Stratos (225 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 117 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Opel Rekord. (108 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1975 Lancia Stratos will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Opel Rekord.
Compare all specifications:
1975 Lancia Stratos | 1963 Opel Rekord | |
Make | Lancia | Opel |
Model | Stratos | Rekord |
Year Released | 1975 | 1963 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 2418 cc | 1487 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 187 HP | 53 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 225 Nm | 108 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 92.5 mm | 80 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 60 mm | 74 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 970 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3710 mm | 4520 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1120 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2190 mm | 2650 mm |