1968 Opel Olympia vs. 2002 Rover 45
To start off, 2002 Rover 45 is newer by 34 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 1,396 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Rover 45 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Rover 45 (100 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 1968 Opel Olympia. (59 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Rover 45 should accelerate faster than 1968 Opel Olympia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Rover 45 weights approximately 325 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, 2002 Rover 45, 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, 2002 Rover 45 (123 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 37 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Opel Olympia. (86 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2002 Rover 45 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Opel Olympia.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Opel Olympia | 2002 Rover 45 | |
Make | Opel | Rover |
Model | Olympia | 45 |
Year Released | 1968 | 2002 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1078 cc | 1396 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 59 HP | 100 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 86 Nm | 123 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 10.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 780 kg | 1105 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 4370 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2420 mm | 2630 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 54 L |