1968 Opel Olympia vs. 1985 Opel Corsa
To start off, 1985 Opel Corsa is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Opel Olympia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Opel Olympia 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 @ 5200 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1985 Opel Corsa. (44 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Opel Olympia should accelerate faster than 1985 Opel Corsa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Opel Olympia weights approximately 10 kg more than 1985 Opel Corsa. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1985 Opel Corsa, 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, 1968 Opel Olympia (86 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Opel Corsa. (68 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1968 Opel Olympia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Opel Corsa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Opel Olympia | 1985 Opel Corsa | |
| Make | Opel | Opel |
| Model | Olympia | Corsa |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1985 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1078 cc | 991 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 86 Nm | 68 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 61 mm | 61 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 9.2:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 780 kg | 770 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 3960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2420 mm | 2850 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 70 L |
