1944 GAZ 10-73 vs. 1969 Opel Olympia
To start off, 1969 Opel Olympia is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1944 GAZ 10-73. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1944 GAZ 10-73 would be higher. At 3,484 cc (6 cylinders), 1944 GAZ 10-73 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1944 GAZ 10-73 (75 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1969 Opel Olympia. (58 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1944 GAZ 10-73 should accelerate faster than 1969 Opel Olympia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1944 GAZ 10-73 weights approximately 670 kg more than 1969 Opel Olympia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1944 GAZ 10-73 | 1969 Opel Olympia | |
| Make | GAZ | Opel |
| Model | 10-73 | Olympia |
| Year Released | 1944 | 1969 |
| Engine Size | 3484 cc | 1078 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 75 HP | 58 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 780 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 4190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2420 mm |
