1958 Austin-Healey 100 vs. 1967 Opel Olympia
To start off, 1967 Opel Olympia is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Austin-Healey 100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Austin-Healey 100 would be higher. At 2,639 cc (6 cylinders), 1958 Austin-Healey 100 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1958 Austin-Healey 100 (101 HP) has 26 more horse power than 1967 Opel Olympia. (75 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1958 Austin-Healey 100 should accelerate faster than 1967 Opel Olympia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 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.
Let's talk about torque, 1958 Austin-Healey 100 (142 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Opel Olympia. (126 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 1958 Austin-Healey 100 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Opel Olympia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 Austin-Healey 100 | 1967 Opel Olympia | |
| Make | Austin-Healey | Opel |
| Model | 100 | Olympia |
| Year Released | 1958 | 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 | 142 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 |
| 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 |
