1971 Monteverdi Sierra vs. 1967 Opel Olympia
To start off, 1971 Monteverdi Sierra 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 5,210 cc (8 cylinders), 1971 Monteverdi Sierra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Monteverdi Sierra (160 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 87 more horse power than 1967 Opel Olympia. (73 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 Monteverdi Sierra should accelerate faster than 1967 Opel Olympia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Monteverdi Sierra weights approximately 510 kg more than 1967 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. Let's talk about torque, 1971 Monteverdi Sierra (388 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 260 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Opel Olympia. (128 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 1971 Monteverdi Sierra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Opel Olympia. 1971 Monteverdi Sierra has automatic transmission and 1967 Opel Olympia has manual transmission. 1967 Opel Olympia will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1971 Monteverdi Sierra will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Monteverdi Sierra | 1967 Opel Olympia | |
| Make | Monteverdi | Opel |
| Model | Sierra | Olympia |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1967 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5210 cc | 1697 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 160 HP | 73 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 388 Nm | 128 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 99.4 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84.1 mm | 69.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 6.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 890 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 4190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2420 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 82 L | 44 L |
