1959 Abarth Renault vs. 1969 Opel Olympia
To start off, 1969 Opel Olympia is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Abarth Renault. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Abarth Renault would be higher. At 1,994 cc (4 cylinders), 1959 Abarth Renault is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Abarth Renault (109 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 1969 Opel Olympia. (58 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Abarth Renault should accelerate faster than 1969 Opel Olympia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Abarth Renault weights approximately 111 kg more than 1969 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Abarth Renault | 1969 Opel Olympia | |
| Make | Abarth | Opel |
| Model | Renault | Olympia |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1994 cc | 1078 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 109 HP | 58 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 75.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 61 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 891 kg | 780 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2420 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 27 L | 70 L |
