1976 Alfa Romeo Sprint vs. 1978 Opel Rekord
To start off, 1978 Opel Rekord is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Alfa Romeo Sprint. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Alfa Romeo Sprint would be higher. At 2,260 cc (4 cylinders), 1978 Opel Rekord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Alfa Romeo Sprint (86 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 1978 Opel Rekord. (64 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1976 Alfa Romeo Sprint should accelerate faster than 1978 Opel Rekord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Opel Rekord weights approximately 405 kg more than 1976 Alfa Romeo Sprint.
Because 1978 Opel Rekord is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1978 Opel Rekord. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1976 Alfa Romeo Sprint, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1978 Opel Rekord (126 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Alfa Romeo Sprint. (119 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1978 Opel Rekord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Alfa Romeo Sprint.
Compare all specifications:
1976 Alfa Romeo Sprint | 1978 Opel Rekord | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Opel |
Model | Sprint | Rekord |
Year Released | 1976 | 1978 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1351 cc | 2260 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
Horse Power | 86 HP | 64 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 119 Nm | 126 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 1295 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4030 mm | 4630 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2670 mm |