1968 Opel Olympia vs. 2001 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2001 Toyota Corolla is newer by 33 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 1,794 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Toyota Corolla is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Toyota Corolla (123 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 1968 Opel Olympia. (59 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Toyota Corolla should accelerate faster than 1968 Opel Olympia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Toyota Corolla weights approximately 410 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.
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, 2001 Toyota Corolla, 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, 2001 Toyota Corolla (157 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 71 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Opel Olympia. (86 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2001 Toyota Corolla will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Opel Olympia. 2001 Toyota Corolla has automatic transmission and 1968 Opel Olympia has manual transmission. 1968 Opel Olympia will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2001 Toyota Corolla will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Opel Olympia | 2001 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Opel | Toyota |
| Model | Olympia | Corolla |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1078 cc | 1794 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 86 Nm | 157 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 780 kg | 1190 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2420 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 50 L |
