1972 Jensen Healey vs. 1968 Opel Olympia
To start off, 1972 Jensen Healey is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Opel Olympia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Opel Olympia would be higher. At 1,971 cc (4 cylinders), 1972 Jensen Healey is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Jensen Healey (138 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 1968 Opel Olympia. (59 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Jensen Healey should accelerate faster than 1968 Opel Olympia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Jensen Healey weights approximately 179 kg more than 1968 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, 1972 Jensen Healey (176 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Opel Olympia. (86 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1972 Jensen Healey will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Opel Olympia.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Jensen Healey | 1968 Opel Olympia | |
Make | Jensen | Opel |
Model | Healey | Olympia |
Year Released | 1972 | 1968 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1971 cc | 1078 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 59 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 176 Nm | 86 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 95.2 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 69.3 mm | 61 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.4:1 | 9.2:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 965 kg | 786 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 4120 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1620 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2420 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 70 L |