1970 Opel Olympia vs. 1973 Toyota Publica
To start off, 1973 Toyota Publica is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Opel Olympia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Opel Olympia would be higher. At 1,078 cc (4 cylinders), 1970 Opel Olympia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Opel Olympia (59 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1973 Toyota Publica. (47 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 Opel Olympia should accelerate faster than 1973 Toyota Publica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Opel Olympia weights approximately 100 kg more than 1973 Toyota Publica. 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Opel Olympia | 1973 Toyota Publica | |
| Make | Opel | Toyota |
| Model | Olympia | Publica |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1078 cc | 991 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 47 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 780 kg | 680 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 3700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1460 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2420 mm | 2170 mm |
