1967 Opel Olympia vs. 2011 Infiniti FX

To start off, 2011 Infiniti FX is newer by 44 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 5,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Infiniti FX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Infiniti FX (390 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 331 more horse power than 1967 Opel Olympia. (59 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Infiniti FX should accelerate faster than 1967 Opel Olympia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Infiniti FX weights approximately 1276 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 2011 Infiniti FX is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1967 Opel Olympia. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Infiniti FX will offer significantly more control. 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, 2011 Infiniti FX (500 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 417 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Opel Olympia. (83 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2011 Infiniti FX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Opel Olympia. 2011 Infiniti FX 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. 2011 Infiniti FX will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

1967 Opel Olympia 2011 Infiniti FX
Make Opel Infiniti
Model Olympia FX
Year Released 1967 2011
Body Type Coupe Crossover
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1078 cc 5000 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 59 HP 390 HP
Engine RPM 5200 RPM 6500 RPM
Torque 83 Nm 500 Nm
Torque RPM 4400 RPM 4400 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear AWD
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Number of Seats 4 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 786 kg 2062 kg
Vehicle Length 4190 mm 4859 mm
Vehicle Width 1580 mm 1928 mm
Vehicle Height 1410 mm 1679 mm
Wheelbase Size 2420 mm 2885 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 60 L 90 L


 

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