1980 Alfa Romeo Alfasud vs. 1965 Opel Rekord
To start off, 1980 Alfa Romeo Alfasud is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Opel Rekord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Opel Rekord would be higher. At 1,977 cc (4 cylinders), 1965 Opel Rekord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Alfa Romeo Alfasud (93 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1965 Opel Rekord. (90 HP @ 5100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 Alfa Romeo Alfasud should accelerate faster than 1965 Opel Rekord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1965 Opel Rekord weights approximately 112 kg more than 1980 Alfa Romeo Alfasud.
Because 1965 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 1965 Opel Rekord. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1980 Alfa Romeo Alfasud, 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, 1965 Opel Rekord (146 Nm @ 3100 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. (131 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1965 Opel Rekord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Alfa Romeo Alfasud.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Alfa Romeo Alfasud | 1965 Opel Rekord | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Opel |
| Model | Alfasud | Rekord |
| Year Released | 1980 | 1965 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1490 cc | 1977 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 93 HP | 90 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 131 Nm | 146 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3100 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 67.2 mm | 69.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 918 kg | 1030 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4030 mm | 4540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2650 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 70 L |
