1974 Citroen CX vs. 1967 Opel Olympia
To start off, 1974 Citroen CX is newer by 7 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 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 1974 Citroen CX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Citroen CX (75 HP @ 4250 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1967 Opel Olympia. (73 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1974 Citroen CX should accelerate faster than 1967 Opel Olympia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Citroen CX weights approximately 480 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.
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, 1974 Citroen CX, 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, 1974 Citroen CX (150 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Opel Olympia. (128 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 1974 Citroen CX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Opel Olympia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Citroen CX | 1967 Opel Olympia | |
| Make | Citroen | Opel |
| Model | CX | Olympia |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1967 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2500 cc | 1697 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 75 HP | 73 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 150 Nm | 128 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 69.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 22.2:1 | 6.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1370 kg | 890 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2420 mm |
