1975 Lancia Fulvia vs. 1967 Opel Olympia
To start off, 1975 Lancia Fulvia 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 1,584 cc (4 cylinders), 1975 Lancia Fulvia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Lancia Fulvia (114 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 1967 Opel Olympia. (59 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1975 Lancia Fulvia should accelerate faster than 1967 Opel Olympia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Lancia Fulvia weights approximately 214 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, 1975 Lancia Fulvia, 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, 1975 Lancia Fulvia (153 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Opel Olympia. (83 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1975 Lancia Fulvia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Opel Olympia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Lancia Fulvia | 1967 Opel Olympia | |
| Make | Lancia | Opel |
| Model | Fulvia | Olympia |
| Year Released | 1975 | 1967 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1584 cc | 1078 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 153 Nm | 83 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 61 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 9.2:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 786 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3990 mm | 4190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2420 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 60 L |
