1967 Opel Olympia vs. 2005 Smart Coupe
To start off, 2005 Smart Coupe 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 1,078 cc (4 cylinders), 1967 Opel Olympia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Smart Coupe (60 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1967 Opel Olympia. (59 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Smart Coupe should accelerate faster than 1967 Opel Olympia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Opel Olympia weights approximately 50 kg more than 2005 Smart Coupe.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Smart Coupe (95 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Opel Olympia. (83 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2005 Smart Coupe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Opel Olympia. 2005 Smart Coupe 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. 2005 Smart Coupe will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 Opel Olympia | 2005 Smart Coupe | |
| Make | Opel | Smart |
| Model | Olympia | Coupe |
| Year Released | 1967 | 2005 |
| Engine Size | 1078 cc | 698 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 60 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 83 Nm | 95 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 780 kg | 730 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2420 mm | 1820 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 33 L |
