1967 Opel Olympia vs. 2007 Ford Focus
To start off, 2007 Ford Focus is newer by 40 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 1,698 cc (4 cylinders), 1967 Opel Olympia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Ford Focus (100 HP) has 25 more horse power than 1967 Opel Olympia. (75 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Ford Focus should accelerate faster than 1967 Opel Olympia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Ford Focus weights approximately 295 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, 2007 Ford Focus, 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, 2007 Ford Focus (145 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Opel Olympia. (126 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 2007 Ford Focus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Opel Olympia. 2007 Ford Focus 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. 2007 Ford Focus will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 Opel Olympia | 2007 Ford Focus | |
| Make | Opel | Ford |
| Model | Olympia | Focus |
| Year Released | 1967 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1698 cc | 1596 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 75 HP | 100 HP |
| Torque | 126 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88.1 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 69.8 mm | 81.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 880 kg | 1175 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 4390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2420 mm | 2620 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 55 L |
