1984 Citroen Visa vs. 1963 Opel Rekord
To start off, 1984 Citroen Visa is newer by 21 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 1,580 cc (4 cylinders), 1984 Citroen Visa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Citroen Visa (104 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 1963 Opel Rekord. (53 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Citroen Visa should accelerate faster than 1963 Opel Rekord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1963 Opel Rekord weights approximately 100 kg more than 1984 Citroen Visa.
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, 1984 Citroen Visa, 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, 1984 Citroen Visa (137 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Opel Rekord. (108 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1984 Citroen Visa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Opel Rekord.
Compare all specifications:
1984 Citroen Visa | 1963 Opel Rekord | |
Make | Citroen | Opel |
Model | Visa | Rekord |
Year Released | 1984 | 1963 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1580 cc | 1487 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 104 HP | 53 HP |
Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 137 Nm | 108 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 870 kg | 970 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3700 mm | 4520 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2650 mm |