1967 Opel Olympia vs. 2010 Opel Insignia
To start off, 2010 Opel Insignia 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 1,896 cc (4 cylinders), 1967 Opel Olympia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Opel Insignia (114 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 1967 Opel Olympia. (85 HP @ 5100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Opel Insignia should accelerate faster 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, 2010 Opel Insignia, 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 Opel Insignia (155 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Opel Olympia. (150 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2010 Opel Insignia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Opel Olympia. 2010 Opel Insignia has automatic transmission and 1967 Opel Olympia has manual transmission. 1967 Opel Olympia will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Opel Insignia will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1967 Opel Olympia | 2010 Opel Insignia | |
Make | Opel | Opel |
Model | Olympia | Insignia |
Year Released | 1967 | 2010 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1896 cc | 1598 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 85 HP | 114 HP |
Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 150 Nm | 155 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 4830 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1856 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1498 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2420 mm | 2737 mm |