1974 Mitsubishi Galant vs. 1967 Opel Olympia
To start off, 1974 Mitsubishi Galant 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 1,697 cc (4 cylinders), 1967 Opel Olympia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Mitsubishi Galant (74 HP) has 1 more horse power than 1967 Opel Olympia. (73 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1974 Mitsubishi Galant should accelerate faster than 1967 Opel Olympia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Mitsubishi Galant weights approximately 50 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.
Let's talk about torque, 1967 Opel Olympia (128 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Mitsubishi Galant. (115 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1967 Opel Olympia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Mitsubishi Galant.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Mitsubishi Galant | 1967 Opel Olympia | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Opel |
| Model | Galant | Olympia |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1967 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1597 cc | 1697 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 73 HP |
| Torque | 115 Nm | 128 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 940 kg | 890 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 4190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2420 mm |
