2007 Kia Sportage vs. 1963 Opel Rekord
To start off, 2007 Kia Sportage 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 1,975 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Kia Sportage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Kia Sportage (139 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 86 more horse power than 1963 Opel Rekord. (53 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Kia Sportage should accelerate faster than 1963 Opel Rekord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Kia Sportage weights approximately 354 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 2007 Kia Sportage is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1963 Opel Rekord. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Kia Sportage will offer significantly more control. 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, 2007 Kia Sportage (188 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Opel Rekord. (108 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2007 Kia Sportage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Opel Rekord.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Kia Sportage | 1963 Opel Rekord | |
| Make | Kia | Opel |
| Model | Sportage | Rekord |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1963 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1975 cc | 1487 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 139 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 188 Nm | 108 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 74 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1324 kg | 970 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2650 mm |
