1967 Opel Olympia vs. 2007 Renault Megane
To start off, 2007 Renault Megane 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 1,896 cc (4 cylinders), 1967 Opel Olympia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Renault Megane (118 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 1967 Opel Olympia. (85 HP @ 5100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Renault Megane should accelerate faster 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, 2007 Renault Megane, 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 Renault Megane (300 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 150 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Opel Olympia. (150 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2007 Renault Megane will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Opel Olympia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 Opel Olympia | 2007 Renault Megane | |
| Make | Opel | Renault |
| Model | Olympia | Megane |
| Year Released | 1967 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1896 cc | 1870 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 150 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 80.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 69.8 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 18.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 2050 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2420 mm | 2690 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 44 L | 60 L |
