1968 Opel Olympia vs. 2010 Renault Clio
To start off, 2010 Renault Clio is newer by 42 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 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Renault Clio is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Renault Clio (111 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 1968 Opel Olympia. (59 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Renault Clio should accelerate faster than 1968 Opel Olympia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Renault Clio weights approximately 1030 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, 2010 Renault Clio, 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, 2010 Renault Clio (152 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 66 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Opel Olympia. (86 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2010 Renault Clio will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Opel Olympia.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Opel Olympia | 2010 Renault Clio | |
Make | Opel | Renault |
Model | Olympia | Clio |
Year Released | 1968 | 2010 |
Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1078 cc | 1598 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 59 HP | 111 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 86 Nm | 152 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 79.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 61 mm | 80.5 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 780 kg | 1810 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 3990 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 2030 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1710 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2420 mm | 2580 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 55 L |