1967 Opel Olympia vs. 2011 Mitsubishi Colt
To start off, 2011 Mitsubishi Colt 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 1,124 cc (3 cylinders), 2011 Mitsubishi Colt is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Opel Olympia (59 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2011 Mitsubishi Colt. (54 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1967 Opel Olympia should accelerate faster than 2011 Mitsubishi Colt. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Mitsubishi Colt weights approximately 664 kg more 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, 2011 Mitsubishi Colt, 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, 2011 Mitsubishi Colt (100 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Opel Olympia. (83 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2011 Mitsubishi Colt will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Opel Olympia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 Opel Olympia | 2011 Mitsubishi Colt | |
| Make | Opel | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Olympia | Colt |
| Year Released | 1967 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1078 cc | 1124 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 54 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 83 Nm | 100 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 61 mm | 84.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 786 kg | 1450 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 3640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1695 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2420 mm | 2500 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 47 L |
