1967 Opel Olympia vs. 1999 Volkswagen Beetle
To start off, 1999 Volkswagen Beetle is newer by 32 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 1,984 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Volkswagen Beetle is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Volkswagen Beetle (113 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 1967 Opel Olympia. (73 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Volkswagen Beetle should accelerate faster than 1967 Opel Olympia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Volkswagen Beetle weights approximately 341 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, 1999 Volkswagen Beetle, 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, 1999 Volkswagen Beetle (171 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 43 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Opel Olympia. (128 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 1999 Volkswagen Beetle will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Opel Olympia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 Opel Olympia | 1999 Volkswagen Beetle | |
| Make | Opel | Volkswagen |
| Model | Olympia | Beetle |
| Year Released | 1967 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1697 cc | 1984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 73 HP | 113 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 128 Nm | 171 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 82.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 69.8 mm | 92.8 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 1231 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 4090 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2420 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 44 L | 55 L |
