1949 Opel Olympia vs. 1968 Renault Dauphine
To start off, 1968 Renault Dauphine is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1949 Opel Olympia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1949 Opel Olympia would be higher. At 1,488 cc (4 cylinders), 1949 Opel Olympia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Renault Dauphine (38 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1949 Opel Olympia. (36 HP @ 3400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1968 Renault Dauphine should accelerate faster than 1949 Opel Olympia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1949 Opel Olympia | 1968 Renault Dauphine | |
| Make | Opel | Renault |
| Model | Olympia | Dauphine |
| Year Released | 1949 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1488 cc | 845 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 36 HP | 38 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Length | 4030 mm | 3950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1530 mm |
