1967 Opel Olympia vs. 2004 Proton 300
To start off, 2004 Proton 300 is newer by 37 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 1,896 cc (4 cylinders), 1967 Opel Olympia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Opel Olympia (85 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 2004 Proton 300. (75 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1967 Opel Olympia should accelerate faster than 2004 Proton 300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Proton 300 weights approximately 145 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, 2004 Proton 300, 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 (150 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Proton 300. (109 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1967 Opel Olympia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Proton 300.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 Opel Olympia | 2004 Proton 300 | |
| Make | Opel | Proton |
| Model | Olympia | 300 |
| Year Released | 1967 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1896 cc | 1299 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 75 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 150 Nm | 109 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 1035 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2420 mm | 2450 mm |
