1967 Opel Olympia vs. 2009 Tata Indica
To start off, 2009 Tata Indica is newer by 42 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, 1967 Opel Olympia (85 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 2009 Tata Indica. (74 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1967 Opel Olympia should accelerate faster than 2009 Tata Indica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Tata Indica weights approximately 115 kg more 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, 2009 Tata Indica, 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, 1967 Opel Olympia (150 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Tata Indica. (115 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1967 Opel Olympia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Tata Indica.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 Opel Olympia | 2009 Tata Indica | |
| Make | Opel | Tata |
| Model | Olympia | Indica |
| Year Released | 1967 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1896 cc | 1405 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 150 Nm | 115 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 75.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 69.8 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 1005 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 3680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1490 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1670 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2420 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 44 L | 37 L |
