1961 Isuzu Minx vs. 1967 Opel Olympia
To start off, 1967 Opel Olympia is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Isuzu Minx. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Isuzu Minx would be higher. At 1,491 cc (4 cylinders), 1961 Isuzu Minx is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1961 Isuzu Minx (62 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1967 Opel Olympia. (59 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1961 Isuzu Minx should accelerate faster than 1967 Opel Olympia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 Isuzu Minx weights approximately 244 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, 1961 Isuzu Minx (112 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Opel Olympia. (83 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1961 Isuzu Minx will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Opel Olympia.
Compare all specifications:
1961 Isuzu Minx | 1967 Opel Olympia | |
Make | Isuzu | Opel |
Model | Minx | Olympia |
Year Released | 1961 | 1967 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1491 cc | 1078 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 62 HP | 59 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 112 Nm | 83 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 61 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 786 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 4190 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1580 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2420 mm |