1996 Opel Calibra vs. 1963 Opel Rekord
To start off, 1996 Opel Calibra is newer by 33 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Opel Calibra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Opel Calibra (115 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 1963 Opel Rekord. (53 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Opel Calibra should accelerate faster than 1963 Opel Rekord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Opel Calibra weights approximately 220 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.
Let's talk about torque, 1996 Opel Calibra (173 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Opel Rekord. (108 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1996 Opel Calibra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Opel Rekord.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Opel Calibra | 1963 Opel Rekord | |
| Make | Opel | Opel |
| Model | Calibra | Rekord |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1963 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1487 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 173 Nm | 108 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.1 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 74 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1190 kg | 970 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2650 mm |
