1970 Daihatsu Compagno vs. 1967 Opel Olympia
To start off, 1970 Daihatsu Compagno is newer by 3 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 1,698 cc (4 cylinders), 1967 Opel Olympia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Opel Olympia (75 HP) has 40 more horse power than 1970 Daihatsu Compagno. (35 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1967 Opel Olympia should accelerate faster than 1970 Daihatsu Compagno. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Opel Olympia weights approximately 90 kg more than 1970 Daihatsu Compagno. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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 (126 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Daihatsu Compagno. (66 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1967 Opel Olympia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Daihatsu Compagno.
Compare all specifications:
1970 Daihatsu Compagno | 1967 Opel Olympia | |
Make | Daihatsu | Opel |
Model | Compagno | Olympia |
Year Released | 1970 | 1967 |
Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 797 cc | 1698 cc |
Horse Power | 35 HP | 75 HP |
Torque | 66 Nm | 126 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2700 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 790 kg | 880 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3800 mm | 4190 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1580 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2420 mm |