1968 Opel Olympia vs. 2005 Suzuki Jimny
To start off, 2005 Suzuki Jimny is newer by 37 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 1,328 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Suzuki Jimny is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Suzuki Jimny (79 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1968 Opel Olympia. (59 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Suzuki Jimny should accelerate faster than 1968 Opel Olympia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Suzuki Jimny weights approximately 245 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 2005 Suzuki Jimny is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1968 Opel Olympia. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Suzuki Jimny will offer significantly more control. 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, 2005 Suzuki Jimny (106 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Opel Olympia. (86 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2005 Suzuki Jimny will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Opel Olympia. 2005 Suzuki Jimny 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. 2005 Suzuki Jimny will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Opel Olympia | 2005 Suzuki Jimny | |
Make | Opel | Suzuki |
Model | Olympia | Jimny |
Year Released | 1968 | 2005 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1078 cc | 1328 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 59 HP | 79 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 86 Nm | 106 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 74 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 61 mm | 75.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 9.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 780 kg | 1025 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 3630 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1650 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1710 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2420 mm | 2260 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 40 L |