1967 Opel Olympia vs. 2012 Renault Twingo
To start off, 2012 Renault Twingo 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 1,698 cc (4 cylinders), 1967 Opel Olympia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Opel Olympia (75 HP) has 12 more horse power than 2012 Renault Twingo. (63 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1967 Opel Olympia should accelerate faster than 2012 Renault Twingo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Renault Twingo weights approximately 175 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, 2012 Renault Twingo, 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 Renault Twingo (160 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Opel Olympia. (126 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 2012 Renault Twingo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Opel Olympia.
Compare all specifications:
1967 Opel Olympia | 2012 Renault Twingo | |
Make | Opel | Renault |
Model | Olympia | Twingo |
Year Released | 1967 | 2012 |
Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1698 cc | 1459 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 75 HP | 63 HP |
Torque | 126 Nm | 160 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 1900 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 88.1 mm | 76 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 69.8 mm | 80.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 17.9:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 880 kg | 1055 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 3610 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1670 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2420 mm | 2370 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 40 L |