1967 Opel Olympia vs. 2012 Mazda MazdaSpeed3
To start off, 2012 Mazda MazdaSpeed3 is newer by 45 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 2,300 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Mazda MazdaSpeed3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Mazda MazdaSpeed3 (263 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 190 more horse power than 1967 Opel Olympia. (73 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Mazda MazdaSpeed3 should accelerate faster than 1967 Opel Olympia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Mazda MazdaSpeed3 weights approximately 598 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 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, 2012 Mazda MazdaSpeed3, 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, 2012 Mazda MazdaSpeed3 (379 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 251 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Opel Olympia. (128 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 2012 Mazda MazdaSpeed3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Opel Olympia.
Compare all specifications:
1967 Opel Olympia | 2012 Mazda MazdaSpeed3 | |
Make | Opel | Mazda |
Model | Olympia | MazdaSpeed3 |
Year Released | 1967 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1697 cc | 2300 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 73 HP | 263 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 128 Nm | 379 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 1488 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 4511 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1461 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2420 mm | 2639 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 44 L | 60 L |