1968 Opel Olympia vs. 1988 TVR Type S
To start off, 1988 TVR Type S is newer by 20 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 2,792 cc (6 cylinders), 1988 TVR Type S is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 TVR Type S (158 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 99 more horse power than 1968 Opel Olympia. (59 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 TVR Type S should accelerate faster than 1968 Opel Olympia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 TVR Type S weights approximately 120 kg more than 1968 Opel Olympia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1988 TVR Type S (220 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 134 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Opel Olympia. (86 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1988 TVR Type S will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Opel Olympia.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Opel Olympia | 1988 TVR Type S | |
Make | Opel | TVR |
Model | Olympia | Type S |
Year Released | 1968 | 1988 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1078 cc | 2792 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 59 HP | 158 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 86 Nm | 220 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4300 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 93 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 61 mm | 68.5 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 780 kg | 900 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 3970 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1130 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2420 mm | 2300 mm |