1967 Opel Olympia vs. 2007 Seat Ibiza
To start off, 2007 Seat Ibiza 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 1,781 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Seat Ibiza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Seat Ibiza (177 HP) has 102 more horse power than 1967 Opel Olympia. (75 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Seat Ibiza should accelerate faster than 1967 Opel Olympia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Seat Ibiza weights approximately 297 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 Seat Ibiza, 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 Seat Ibiza (246 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 120 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Opel Olympia. (126 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 2007 Seat Ibiza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Opel Olympia.
Compare all specifications:
1967 Opel Olympia | 2007 Seat Ibiza | |
Make | Opel | Seat |
Model | Olympia | Ibiza |
Year Released | 1967 | 2007 |
Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1698 cc | 1781 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 75 HP | 177 HP |
Torque | 126 Nm | 246 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 88.1 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 69.8 mm | 86 mm |
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 | 880 kg | 1177 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 4000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2420 mm | 2470 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 45 L |