1961 Ford Popular vs. 1969 Opel Olympia
To start off, 1969 Opel Olympia is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Ford Popular. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Ford Popular would be higher. At 1,170 cc (4 cylinders), 1961 Ford Popular is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Opel Olympia (58 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 1961 Ford Popular. (31 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1969 Opel Olympia should accelerate faster than 1961 Ford Popular. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Opel Olympia weights approximately 50 kg more than 1961 Ford Popular. 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:
| 1961 Ford Popular | 1969 Opel Olympia | |
| Make | Ford | Opel |
| Model | Popular | Olympia |
| Year Released | 1961 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1170 cc | 1078 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 31 HP | 58 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.9:1 | 9.2:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 730 kg | 780 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3810 mm | 4190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2220 mm | 2420 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 70 L |
