1967 Opel Olympia vs. 2005 Opel Corsa
To start off, 2005 Opel Corsa is newer by 38 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 1,697 cc (4 cylinders), 1967 Opel Olympia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Opel Olympia (73 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 2005 Opel Corsa. (58 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1967 Opel Olympia should accelerate faster than 2005 Opel Corsa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Opel Corsa weights approximately 15 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, 2005 Opel Corsa, 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 (128 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Opel Corsa. (88 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1967 Opel Olympia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Opel Corsa.
Compare all specifications:
1967 Opel Olympia | 2005 Opel Corsa | |
Make | Opel | Opel |
Model | Olympia | Corsa |
Year Released | 1967 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1697 cc | 997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 73 HP | 58 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 128 Nm | 88 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 73.4 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 69.8 mm | 78.6 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 6.0:1 | 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 | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 905 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 3830 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1650 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2420 mm | 2500 mm |