1957 Austin-Healey 100 vs. 1967 Opel Olympia
To start off, 1967 Opel Olympia is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Austin-Healey 100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Austin-Healey 100 would be higher. At 2,639 cc (6 cylinders), 1957 Austin-Healey 100 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1957 Austin-Healey 100 (101 HP) has 26 more horse power than 1967 Opel Olympia. (75 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1957 Austin-Healey 100 should accelerate faster than 1967 Opel Olympia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 Austin-Healey 100 weights approximately 240 kg more than 1967 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. Let's talk about torque, 1957 Austin-Healey 100 (143 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Opel Olympia. (126 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 1957 Austin-Healey 100 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Opel Olympia.
Compare all specifications:
1957 Austin-Healey 100 | 1967 Opel Olympia | |
Make | Austin-Healey | Opel |
Model | 100 | Olympia |
Year Released | 1957 | 1967 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2639 cc | 1698 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 101 HP | 75 HP |
Torque | 143 Nm | 126 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2700 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 79.4 mm | 88.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 69.8 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1120 kg | 880 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 4190 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1580 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2420 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 70 L |