1968 Opel Olympia vs. 1957 Wartburg Sports Convertible
To start off, 1968 Opel Olympia is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Wartburg Sports Convertible. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Wartburg Sports Convertible would be higher. At 1,078 cc (4 cylinders), 1968 Opel Olympia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Opel Olympia (59 HP) has 10 more horse power than 1957 Wartburg Sports Convertible. (49 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Opel Olympia should accelerate faster than 1957 Wartburg Sports Convertible. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 Wartburg Sports Convertible weights approximately 96 kg more than 1968 Opel Olympia.
Because 1968 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 1968 Opel Olympia. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1957 Wartburg Sports Convertible, 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, 1957 Wartburg Sports Convertible (87 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Opel Olympia. (86 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1957 Wartburg Sports Convertible will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Opel Olympia.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Opel Olympia | 1957 Wartburg Sports Convertible | |
Make | Opel | Wartburg |
Model | Olympia | Sports Convertible |
Year Released | 1968 | 1957 |
Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1078 cc | 900 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 59 HP | 49 HP |
Torque | 86 Nm | 87 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 70 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 61 mm | 78 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 7.8:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 780 kg | 876 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 4370 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1620 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2420 mm | 2460 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 40 L |