1971 Innocenti J4 vs. 1967 Opel Olympia
To start off, 1971 Innocenti J4 is newer by 4 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 1,098 cc (4 cylinders), 1971 Innocenti J4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Opel Olympia (59 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1971 Innocenti J4. (56 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1967 Opel Olympia should accelerate faster than 1971 Innocenti J4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Innocenti J4 weights approximately 100 kg more than 1967 Opel Olympia.
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, 1971 Innocenti J4, 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, 1971 Innocenti J4 (84 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Opel Olympia. (83 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1971 Innocenti J4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Opel Olympia.
Compare all specifications:
1971 Innocenti J4 | 1967 Opel Olympia | |
Make | Innocenti | Opel |
Model | J4 | Olympia |
Year Released | 1971 | 1967 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1098 cc | 1078 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 56 HP | 59 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 84 Nm | 83 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 64.6 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 83.7 mm | 61 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 880 kg | 780 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3720 mm | 4190 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1620 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2420 mm |