1983 Abarth Lancia 037 vs. 1967 Opel Record
To start off, 1983 Abarth Lancia 037 is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Opel Record. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Opel Record would be higher. At 2,118 cc (4 cylinders), 1967 Opel Record is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Abarth Lancia 037 (202 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 129 more horse power than 1967 Opel Record. (73 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1983 Abarth Lancia 037 should accelerate faster than 1967 Opel Record. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Abarth Lancia 037 weights approximately 92 kg more than 1967 Opel Record. 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, 1983 Abarth Lancia 037 (238 Nm) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Opel Record. (223 Nm). This means 1983 Abarth Lancia 037 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Opel Record.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Abarth Lancia 037 | 1967 Opel Record | |
| Make | Abarth | Opel |
| Model | Lancia 037 | Record |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1967 |
| Engine Size | 1993 cc | 2118 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 202 HP | 73 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 238 Nm | 223 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1170 kg | 1078 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3920 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2670 mm |
