1982 Mitsubishi Colt vs. 1963 Opel Rekord
To start off, 1982 Mitsubishi Colt is newer by 19 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, 1982 Mitsubishi Colt (70 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1963 Opel Rekord. (53 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1982 Mitsubishi Colt should accelerate faster than 1963 Opel Rekord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1963 Opel Rekord weights approximately 50 kg more than 1982 Mitsubishi Colt.
Because 1963 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 1963 Opel Rekord. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1982 Mitsubishi Colt, 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, 1963 Opel Rekord (108 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Mitsubishi Colt. (102 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1963 Opel Rekord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Mitsubishi Colt.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Mitsubishi Colt | 1963 Opel Rekord | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Opel |
| Model | Colt | Rekord |
| Year Released | 1982 | 1963 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1439 cc | 1487 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 108 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 920 kg | 970 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2650 mm |
