1967 Opel Olympia vs. 2006 Toyota Fortuner

To start off, 2006 Toyota Fortuner is newer by 39 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 2,982 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Toyota Fortuner is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Toyota Fortuner (161 HP) has 102 more horse power than 1967 Opel Olympia. (59 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Toyota Fortuner should accelerate faster than 1967 Opel Olympia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Toyota Fortuner weights approximately 575 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 2006 Toyota Fortuner is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1967 Opel Olympia. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Toyota Fortuner will offer significantly more control. 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, 2006 Toyota Fortuner (343 Nm) has 260 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Opel Olympia. (83 Nm). This means 2006 Toyota Fortuner will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Opel Olympia.

Compare all specifications:

1967 Opel Olympia 2006 Toyota Fortuner
Make Opel Toyota
Model Olympia Fortuner
Year Released 1967 2006
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1078 cc 2982 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 59 HP 161 HP
Torque 83 Nm 343 Nm
Engine Bore Size 75 mm 96 mm
Engine Stroke Size 61 mm 103 mm
Drive Type Rear 4WD
Number of Doors 5 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 780 kg 1355 kg
Vehicle Length 4190 mm 4710 mm
Vehicle Height 1410 mm 1530 mm
Wheelbase Size 2420 mm 2760 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 60 L 65 L


 

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