1949 Opel Olympia vs. 1970 Riley 4
To start off, 1970 Riley 4 is newer by 21 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 1,622 cc (4 cylinders), 1970 Riley 4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Riley 4 (67 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 1949 Opel Olympia. (36 HP @ 3400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1970 Riley 4 should accelerate faster than 1949 Opel Olympia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1949 Opel Olympia | 1970 Riley 4 | |
| Make | Opel | Riley |
| Model | Olympia | 4 |
| Year Released | 1949 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1488 cc | 1622 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 36 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Length | 4030 mm | 4540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1620 mm |
