1967 Opel Olympia vs. 1997 Toyota Avensis
To start off, 1997 Toyota Avensis is newer by 30 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 1,761 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Toyota Avensis is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Toyota Avensis (109 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 1967 Opel Olympia. (73 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Toyota Avensis should accelerate faster than 1967 Opel Olympia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Toyota Avensis weights approximately 360 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.
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, 1997 Toyota Avensis, 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, 1997 Toyota Avensis (155 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Opel Olympia. (128 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 1997 Toyota Avensis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Opel Olympia. 1997 Toyota Avensis has automatic transmission and 1967 Opel Olympia has manual transmission. 1967 Opel Olympia will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1997 Toyota Avensis will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 Opel Olympia | 1997 Toyota Avensis | |
| Make | Opel | Toyota |
| Model | Olympia | Avensis |
| Year Released | 1967 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1697 cc | 1761 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 73 HP | 109 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 128 Nm | 155 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 69.8 mm | 85.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 6.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 1250 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2420 mm | 2640 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 44 L | 60 L |
