1970 Opel Olympia vs. 2001 Smart ForTwo
To start off, 2001 Smart ForTwo is newer by 31 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, 2001 Smart ForTwo (74 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1970 Opel Olympia. (59 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Smart ForTwo should accelerate faster than 1970 Opel Olympia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Smart ForTwo weights approximately 40 kg more than 1970 Opel Olympia. 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 | 2001 Smart ForTwo | |
| Make | Opel | Smart |
| Model | Olympia | ForTwo |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1078 cc | 698 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 66.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 61 mm | 67 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 780 kg | 820 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 2510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1520 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2420 mm | 1820 mm |
