1967 Opel Olympia vs. 2007 Volkswagen Golf

To start off, 2007 Volkswagen Golf 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 1,697 cc (4 cylinders), 1967 Opel Olympia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Volkswagen Golf (168 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 95 more horse power than 1967 Opel Olympia. (73 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Volkswagen Golf should accelerate faster than 1967 Opel Olympia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Volkswagen Golf weights approximately 346 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.

Let's talk about torque, 2007 Volkswagen Golf (240 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 112 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Opel Olympia. (128 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 2007 Volkswagen Golf will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Opel Olympia.

Compare all specifications:

1967 Opel Olympia 2007 Volkswagen Golf
Make Opel Volkswagen
Model Olympia Golf
Year Released 1967 2007
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1697 cc 1390 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 73 HP 168 HP
Engine RPM 5200 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 128 Nm 240 Nm
Torque RPM 2700 RPM 1750 RPM
Engine Bore Size 88 mm 76.5 mm
Engine Stroke Size 69.8 mm 75.6 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 6.0:1 10.0:1
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline - Premium
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 4 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 3 doors
Vehicle Weight 890 kg 1236 kg
Vehicle Length 4190 mm 4210 mm
Vehicle Width 1620 mm 1770 mm
Vehicle Height 1410 mm 1490 mm
Wheelbase Size 2420 mm 2580 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 44 L 55 L


 

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