2003 MCC ForFour vs. 1963 Opel Rekord
To start off, 2003 MCC ForFour is newer by 40 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 1,487 cc (4 cylinders), 1963 Opel Rekord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 MCC ForFour (93 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 1963 Opel Rekord. (53 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 MCC ForFour should accelerate faster than 1963 Opel Rekord.
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, 2003 MCC ForFour, 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, 2003 MCC ForFour (125 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Opel Rekord. (108 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2003 MCC ForFour will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Opel Rekord.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 MCC ForFour | 1963 Opel Rekord | |
| Make | MCC | Opel |
| Model | ForFour | Rekord |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1963 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1331 cc | 1487 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 93 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 125 Nm | 108 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75.4 mm | 74 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 970 kg | 970 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3760 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2650 mm |
