1967 Opel Olympia vs. 2010 Alfa Romeo 159
To start off, 2010 Alfa Romeo 159 is newer by 43 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 2,387 cc (5 cylinders), 2010 Alfa Romeo 159 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Alfa Romeo 159 (197 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 124 more horse power than 1967 Opel Olympia. (73 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Alfa Romeo 159 should accelerate faster than 1967 Opel Olympia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Alfa Romeo 159 weights approximately 865 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, 2010 Alfa Romeo 159, 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, 2010 Alfa Romeo 159 (400 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 272 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Opel Olympia. (128 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 2010 Alfa Romeo 159 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Opel Olympia.
Compare all specifications:
1967 Opel Olympia | 2010 Alfa Romeo 159 | |
Make | Opel | Alfa Romeo |
Model | Olympia | 159 |
Year Released | 1967 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1697 cc | 2387 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 73 HP | 197 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 128 Nm | 400 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 82 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 69.8 mm | 90.4 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 6.0:1 | 17.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 1755 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 4670 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2420 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 44 L | 70 L |