1995 Citroen Xantia vs. 1963 Opel Rekord
To start off, 1995 Citroen Xantia is newer by 32 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 2,088 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Citroen Xantia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Citroen Xantia (108 HP @ 4300 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 1963 Opel Rekord. (53 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Citroen Xantia should accelerate faster than 1963 Opel Rekord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Citroen Xantia weights approximately 415 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, 1995 Citroen Xantia, 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, 1995 Citroen Xantia (250 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 142 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Opel Rekord. (108 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1995 Citroen Xantia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Opel Rekord.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Citroen Xantia | 1963 Opel Rekord | |
| Make | Citroen | Opel |
| Model | Xantia | Rekord |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1963 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2088 cc | 1487 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 108 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1385 kg | 970 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2650 mm |
