1970 Opel Olympia vs. 1988 Opel Corsa
To start off, 1988 Opel Corsa is newer by 18 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 1,488 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Opel Corsa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Opel Olympia (59 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1988 Opel Corsa. (49 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 Opel Olympia should accelerate faster than 1988 Opel Corsa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Opel Corsa weights approximately 70 kg more than 1970 Opel Olympia.
Because 1970 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 1970 Opel Olympia. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1988 Opel Corsa, 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, 1988 Opel Corsa (90 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Opel Olympia. (83 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1988 Opel Corsa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Opel Olympia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Opel Olympia | 1988 Opel Corsa | |
| Make | Opel | Opel |
| Model | Olympia | Corsa |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1078 cc | 1488 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 49 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 83 Nm | 90 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 780 kg | 850 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 3630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2420 mm | 2350 mm |
