1967 Opel Olympia vs. 1992 Renault Clio
To start off, 1992 Renault Clio is newer by 25 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 1,107 cc (4 cylinders), 1992 Renault Clio is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Opel Olympia (59 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1992 Renault Clio. (48 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1967 Opel Olympia should accelerate faster than 1992 Renault Clio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Renault Clio weights approximately 24 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, 1992 Renault Clio, 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, 1967 Opel Olympia (83 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Renault Clio. (81 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1967 Opel Olympia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Renault Clio.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 Opel Olympia | 1992 Renault Clio | |
| Make | Opel | Renault |
| Model | Olympia | Clio |
| Year Released | 1967 | 1992 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Size | 1078 cc | 1107 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 48 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 83 Nm | 81 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 70 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 61 mm | 72 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 786 kg | 810 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 3710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1400 mm |
