1969 Austin Mini Clubman vs. 1967 Opel Olympia
To start off, 1969 Austin Mini Clubman is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Opel Olympia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Opel Olympia would be higher. At 1,896 cc (4 cylinders), 1967 Opel Olympia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Opel Olympia (85 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 1969 Austin Mini Clubman. (39 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1967 Opel Olympia should accelerate faster than 1969 Austin Mini Clubman. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Opel Olympia weights approximately 252 kg more than 1969 Austin Mini Clubman. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1967 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 1967 Opel Olympia. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1969 Austin Mini Clubman, 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, 1967 Opel Olympia (150 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 79 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Austin Mini Clubman. (71 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 1967 Opel Olympia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Austin Mini Clubman.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Austin Mini Clubman | 1967 Opel Olympia | |
| Make | Austin | Opel |
| Model | Mini Clubman | Olympia |
| Year Released | 1969 | 1967 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 998 cc | 1896 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 39 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 71 Nm | 150 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 64.6 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76.2 mm | 69.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.3:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 638 kg | 890 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3170 mm | 4190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1420 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 2420 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 44 L |
