1969 Opel Olympia vs. 1975 Volkswagen Rabbit
To start off, 1975 Volkswagen Rabbit is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Opel Olympia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Opel Olympia would be higher. At 1,470 cc (4 cylinders), 1975 Volkswagen Rabbit is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Volkswagen Rabbit (70 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1969 Opel Olympia. (59 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1975 Volkswagen Rabbit should accelerate faster than 1969 Opel Olympia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Volkswagen Rabbit weights approximately 15 kg more than 1969 Opel Olympia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1969 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 1969 Opel Olympia. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1975 Volkswagen Rabbit, 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, 1975 Volkswagen Rabbit (110 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Opel Olympia. (83 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1975 Volkswagen Rabbit will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Opel Olympia.
Compare all specifications:
1969 Opel Olympia | 1975 Volkswagen Rabbit | |
Make | Opel | Volkswagen |
Model | Olympia | Rabbit |
Year Released | 1969 | 1975 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1077 cc | 1470 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 59 HP | 70 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 83 Nm | 110 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 79.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 61 mm | 73.4 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 780 kg | 795 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 3950 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1620 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2420 mm | 2410 mm |