1967 Opel Olympia vs. 2009 Volkswagen Scirocco
To start off, 2009 Volkswagen Scirocco 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 1,697 cc (4 cylinders), 1967 Opel Olympia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Volkswagen Scirocco (158 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 85 more horse power than 1967 Opel Olympia. (73 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Volkswagen Scirocco should accelerate faster than 1967 Opel Olympia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Volkswagen Scirocco weights approximately 408 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, 2009 Volkswagen Scirocco, 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, 2009 Volkswagen Scirocco (240 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 112 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Opel Olympia. (128 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 2009 Volkswagen Scirocco will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Opel Olympia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 Opel Olympia | 2009 Volkswagen Scirocco | |
| Make | Opel | Volkswagen |
| Model | Olympia | Scirocco |
| Year Released | 1967 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1697 cc | 1390 cc |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 73 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 128 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 1298 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 4256 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1404 mm |
