2005 Honda Civic vs. 1963 Opel Rekord
To start off, 2005 Honda Civic is newer by 42 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 1,668 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Honda Civic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Honda Civic (100 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 1963 Opel Rekord. (53 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 1963 Opel Rekord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1963 Opel Rekord weights approximately 130 kg more than 2005 Honda Civic.
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, 2005 Honda Civic, 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, 2005 Honda Civic (218 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 110 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Opel Rekord. (108 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2005 Honda Civic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Opel Rekord.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Honda Civic | 1963 Opel Rekord | |
| Make | Honda | Opel |
| Model | Civic | Rekord |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1963 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1668 cc | 1487 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 218 Nm | 108 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 74 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 840 kg | 970 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2650 mm |
