1994 Hyundai Marcia vs. 1963 Opel Rekord
To start off, 1994 Hyundai Marcia is newer by 31 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 2,497 cc (6 cylinders), 1994 Hyundai Marcia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Hyundai Marcia (171 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 118 more horse power than 1963 Opel Rekord. (53 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Hyundai Marcia should accelerate faster than 1963 Opel Rekord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Hyundai Marcia weights approximately 460 kg more than 1963 Opel Rekord. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1994 Hyundai Marcia, 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, 1994 Hyundai Marcia (224 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 116 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Opel Rekord. (108 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1994 Hyundai Marcia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Opel Rekord.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Hyundai Marcia | 1963 Opel Rekord | |
| Make | Hyundai | Opel |
| Model | Marcia | Rekord |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1963 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2497 cc | 1487 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 171 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 224 Nm | 108 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1430 kg | 970 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2650 mm |
