1993 Alfa Romeo 33 vs. 1969 Opel Rekord
To start off, 1993 Alfa Romeo 33 is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Opel Rekord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Opel Rekord would be higher. At 1,490 cc (4 cylinders), 1969 Opel Rekord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Alfa Romeo 33 (87 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 1969 Opel Rekord. (59 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Alfa Romeo 33 should accelerate faster than 1969 Opel Rekord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Opel Rekord weights approximately 105 kg more than 1993 Alfa Romeo 33.
Because 1969 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 1969 Opel Rekord. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1993 Alfa Romeo 33, 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, 1993 Alfa Romeo 33 (113 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Opel Rekord. (105 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1993 Alfa Romeo 33 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Opel Rekord.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Alfa Romeo 33 | 1969 Opel Rekord | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Opel |
| Model | 33 | Rekord |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1349 cc | 1490 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 87 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 113 Nm | 105 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 985 kg | 1090 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 70 L |
