1949 Jeep CJ3A vs. 1967 Opel Olympia
To start off, 1967 Opel Olympia is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1949 Jeep CJ3A. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1949 Jeep CJ3A would be higher. At 2,199 cc (4 cylinders), 1949 Jeep CJ3A is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Opel Olympia (85 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 1949 Jeep CJ3A. (59 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1967 Opel Olympia should accelerate faster than 1949 Jeep CJ3A. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1949 Jeep CJ3A weights approximately 220 kg more than 1967 Opel Olympia.
Because 1949 Jeep CJ3A is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1967 Opel Olympia. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1949 Jeep CJ3A 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, 1967 Opel Olympia (150 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 1949 Jeep CJ3A. (145 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1967 Opel Olympia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1949 Jeep CJ3A.
Compare all specifications:
| 1949 Jeep CJ3A | 1967 Opel Olympia | |
| Make | Jeep | Opel |
| Model | CJ3A | Olympia |
| Year Released | 1949 | 1967 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2199 cc | 1896 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 150 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 890 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3130 mm | 4190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1460 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 2420 mm |
