1967 Opel Olympia vs. 2001 Toyota Opa
To start off, 2001 Toyota Opa is newer by 34 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 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Toyota Opa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Toyota Opa (150 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 91 more horse power than 1967 Opel Olympia. (59 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Toyota Opa should accelerate faster than 1967 Opel Olympia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Toyota Opa weights approximately 444 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, 2001 Toyota Opa, 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, 2001 Toyota Opa (202 Nm) has 119 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Opel Olympia. (83 Nm). This means 2001 Toyota Opa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Opel Olympia. 2001 Toyota Opa 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. 2001 Toyota Opa will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 Opel Olympia | 2001 Toyota Opa | |
| Make | Opel | Toyota |
| Model | Olympia | Opa |
| Year Released | 1967 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1078 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 150 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 83 Nm | 202 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 86.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 61 mm | 86.1 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 786 kg | 1230 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2420 mm | 2800 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 87 L |
