1967 Opel Olympia vs. 2011 Opel Meriva
To start off, 2011 Opel Meriva 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 Opel Meriva (128 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 1967 Opel Olympia. (73 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Opel Meriva 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, 2011 Opel Meriva, 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 Opel Meriva (300 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 172 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Opel Olympia. (128 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 2011 Opel Meriva will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Opel Olympia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 Opel Olympia | 2011 Opel Meriva | |
| Make | Opel | Opel |
| Model | Olympia | Meriva |
| Year Released | 1967 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1697 cc | 1686 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 73 HP | 128 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 128 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| 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 |
