1968 Opel Olympia vs. 2012 Ford Fiesta
To start off, 2012 Ford Fiesta is newer by 44 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 1,600 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Ford Fiesta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Ford Fiesta (120 HP @ 6350 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 1968 Opel Olympia. (59 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Ford Fiesta should accelerate faster than 1968 Opel Olympia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Ford Fiesta weights approximately 383 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, 2012 Ford Fiesta, 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, 2012 Ford Fiesta (152 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 66 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Opel Olympia. (86 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2012 Ford Fiesta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Opel Olympia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Opel Olympia | 2012 Ford Fiesta | |
| Make | Opel | Ford |
| Model | Olympia | Fiesta |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1078 cc | 1600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 120 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6350 RPM |
| Torque | 86 Nm | 152 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 786 kg | 1169 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 4409 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1697 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1473 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2420 mm | 2489 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 45 L |
