2007 Chevrolet Spark vs. 1963 Opel Rekord
To start off, 2007 Chevrolet Spark is newer by 44 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, 1963 Opel Rekord (53 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2007 Chevrolet Spark. (51 HP @ 5900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1963 Opel Rekord should accelerate faster than 2007 Chevrolet Spark. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1963 Opel Rekord weights approximately 175 kg more than 2007 Chevrolet Spark. 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, 2007 Chevrolet Spark, 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 39 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Chevrolet Spark. (69 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1963 Opel Rekord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Chevrolet Spark.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Chevrolet Spark | 1963 Opel Rekord | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Opel |
| Model | Spark | Rekord |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1963 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 793 cc | 1487 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 69 Nm | 108 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 68.5 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72 mm | 74 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 795 kg | 970 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3500 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2650 mm |
