1967 Opel Olympia vs. 2011 Mazda RX-8
To start off, 2011 Mazda RX-8 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 1,697 cc (4 cylinders), 1967 Opel Olympia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Mazda RX-8 (232 HP @ 8500 RPM) has 159 more horse power than 1967 Opel Olympia. (73 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Mazda RX-8 should accelerate faster than 1967 Opel Olympia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Mazda RX-8 weights approximately 500 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.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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 Mazda RX-8 (215 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 87 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Opel Olympia. (128 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 2011 Mazda RX-8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Opel Olympia.
Compare all specifications:
1967 Opel Olympia | 2011 Mazda RX-8 | |
Make | Opel | Mazda |
Model | Olympia | RX-8 |
Year Released | 1967 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1697 cc | 1300 cc |
Engine Type | in-line | dual-disk rotary |
Horse Power | 73 HP | 232 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 8500 RPM |
Torque | 128 Nm | 215 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 1390 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 4460 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1341 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2420 mm | 2703 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 44 L | 64 L |