1967 Opel Olympia vs. 1994 Renault Twingo
To start off, 1994 Renault Twingo is newer by 27 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 1,149 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Renault Twingo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, both vehicles can yield 59 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Renault Twingo weights approximately 35 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, 1994 Renault Twingo, 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, 1994 Renault Twingo (94 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Opel Olympia. (83 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1994 Renault Twingo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Opel Olympia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 Opel Olympia | 1994 Renault Twingo | |
| Make | Opel | Renault |
| Model | Olympia | Twingo |
| Year Released | 1967 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1078 cc | 1149 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 83 Nm | 94 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 780 kg | 815 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 3440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2420 mm | 2350 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 66 L |
