2004 Mitsubishi Colt vs. 1963 Opel Rekord
To start off, 2004 Mitsubishi Colt is newer by 41 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, 2004 Mitsubishi Colt (74 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 1963 Opel Rekord. (53 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Mitsubishi Colt should accelerate faster than 1963 Opel Rekord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Mitsubishi Colt weights approximately 30 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, 2004 Mitsubishi Colt, 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, 1963 Opel Rekord (108 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Mitsubishi Colt. (100 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1963 Opel Rekord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Mitsubishi Colt.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Mitsubishi Colt | 1963 Opel Rekord | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Opel |
| Model | Colt | Rekord |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1963 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1124 cc | 1487 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 100 Nm | 108 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75.1 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84.8 mm | 74 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 970 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3880 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2650 mm |
