1975 Abarth 124 vs. 1967 Opel Olympia
To start off, 1975 Abarth 124 is newer by 8 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 1,755 cc (4 cylinders), 1975 Abarth 124 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Abarth 124 (126 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 1967 Opel Olympia. (73 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1975 Abarth 124 should accelerate faster than 1967 Opel Olympia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Opel Olympia weights approximately 20 kg more than 1975 Abarth 124.
Let's talk about torque, 1975 Abarth 124 (157 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Opel Olympia. (128 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 1975 Abarth 124 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Opel Olympia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Abarth 124 | 1967 Opel Olympia | |
| Make | Abarth | Opel |
| Model | 124 | Olympia |
| Year Released | 1975 | 1967 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1755 cc | 1697 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 126 HP | 73 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 157 Nm | 128 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 870 kg | 890 kg |
