1967 Opel Olympia vs. 1965 Volkswagen 1500
To start off, 1967 Opel Olympia is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Volkswagen 1500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Volkswagen 1500 would be higher. At 1,698 cc (4 cylinders), 1967 Opel Olympia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Opel Olympia (75 HP) has 23 more horse power than 1965 Volkswagen 1500. (52 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1967 Opel Olympia should accelerate faster than 1965 Volkswagen 1500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Opel Olympia weights approximately 20 kg more than 1965 Volkswagen 1500. 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:
| 1967 Opel Olympia | 1965 Volkswagen 1500 | |
| Make | Opel | Volkswagen |
| Model | Olympia | 1500 |
| Year Released | 1967 | 1965 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1698 cc | 1493 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 75 HP | 52 HP |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 880 kg | 860 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 4230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2420 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 40 L |
