1969 Opel Olympia vs. 1980 Toyota Corsa
To start off, 1980 Toyota Corsa is newer by 11 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 1,452 cc, 1980 Toyota Corsa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Toyota Corsa (68 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1969 Opel Olympia. (58 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1980 Toyota Corsa should accelerate faster than 1969 Opel Olympia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Toyota Corsa weights approximately 35 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.
Let's talk about torque, 1980 Toyota Corsa (115 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Opel Olympia. (83 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1980 Toyota Corsa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Opel Olympia.
Compare all specifications:
1969 Opel Olympia | 1980 Toyota Corsa | |
Make | Opel | Toyota |
Model | Olympia | Corsa |
Year Released | 1969 | 1980 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1078 cc | 1452 cc |
Horse Power | 58 HP | 68 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 83 Nm | 115 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 780 kg | 815 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 4000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1560 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2420 mm | 2510 mm |