1969 Opel Olympia vs. 1978 Renault 4
To start off, 1978 Renault 4 is newer by 9 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 1,108 cc (4 cylinders), 1978 Renault 4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Opel Olympia (58 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 1978 Renault 4. (34 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 Opel Olympia should accelerate faster than 1978 Renault 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Opel Olympia weights approximately 65 kg more than 1978 Renault 4. 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, 1978 Renault 4, 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, 1969 Opel Olympia (83 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Renault 4. (72 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1969 Opel Olympia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Renault 4.
Compare all specifications:
1969 Opel Olympia | 1978 Renault 4 | |
Make | Opel | Renault |
Model | Olympia | 4 |
Year Released | 1969 | 1978 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1078 cc | 1108 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 58 HP | 34 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 83 Nm | 72 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 75.1 mm | 70 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 61 mm | 72 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 9.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 780 kg | 715 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 3670 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1490 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1560 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2420 mm | 2410 mm |