1967 Opel Olympia vs. 1985 Vauxhall Astra
To start off, 1985 Vauxhall Astra is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Opel Olympia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Opel Olympia would be higher. At 1,196 cc (4 cylinders), 1985 Vauxhall Astra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Opel Olympia (59 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1985 Vauxhall Astra. (53 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1967 Opel Olympia should accelerate faster than 1985 Vauxhall Astra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Vauxhall Astra weights approximately 50 kg more than 1967 Opel Olympia.
Because 1967 Opel Olympia is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1967 Opel Olympia. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1985 Vauxhall Astra, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1985 Vauxhall Astra (84 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Opel Olympia. (83 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1985 Vauxhall Astra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Opel Olympia.
Compare all specifications:
1967 Opel Olympia | 1985 Vauxhall Astra | |
Make | Opel | Vauxhall |
Model | Olympia | Astra |
Year Released | 1967 | 1985 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1078 cc | 1196 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 59 HP | 53 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 83 Nm | 84 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 780 kg | 830 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 4000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1670 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2420 mm | 2530 mm |