1967 Opel Olympia vs. 2004 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2004 Toyota Corolla 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 1,398 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Toyota Corolla is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Toyota Corolla (96 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 1967 Opel Olympia. (59 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Toyota Corolla should accelerate faster than 1967 Opel Olympia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Toyota Corolla weights approximately 305 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, 2004 Toyota Corolla, 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, 2004 Toyota Corolla (150 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 67 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Opel Olympia. (83 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2004 Toyota Corolla will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Opel Olympia.
Compare all specifications:
1967 Opel Olympia | 2004 Toyota Corolla | |
Make | Opel | Toyota |
Model | Olympia | Corolla |
Year Released | 1967 | 2004 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1078 cc | 1398 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 59 HP | 96 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 83 Nm | 150 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 79 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 61 mm | 71.3 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 10.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 780 kg | 1085 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 4300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2420 mm | 2480 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 50 L |