1970 Daihatsu Fellow vs. 1967 Opel Olympia
To start off, 1970 Daihatsu Fellow 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 1,078 cc (4 cylinders), 1967 Opel Olympia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Opel Olympia (59 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 1970 Daihatsu Fellow. (38 HP @ 7200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1967 Opel Olympia should accelerate faster than 1970 Daihatsu Fellow. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Opel Olympia weights approximately 321 kg more than 1970 Daihatsu Fellow. 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, 1970 Daihatsu Fellow, 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 (83 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 43 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Daihatsu Fellow. (40 Nm @ 6500 RPM). This means 1967 Opel Olympia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Daihatsu Fellow.
Compare all specifications:
1970 Daihatsu Fellow | 1967 Opel Olympia | |
Make | Daihatsu | Opel |
Model | Fellow | Olympia |
Year Released | 1970 | 1967 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 356 cc | 1078 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 38 HP | 59 HP |
Engine RPM | 7200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 40 Nm | 83 Nm |
Torque RPM | 6500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 62 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 59 mm | 61 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 9.2:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 465 kg | 786 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 4190 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1300 mm | 1580 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2100 mm | 2420 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 60 L |