1975 Mitsubishi Galant vs. 1968 Opel Olympia
To start off, 1975 Mitsubishi Galant is newer by 7 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 1,597 cc (4 cylinders), 1975 Mitsubishi Galant is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Mitsubishi Galant (74 HP) has 15 more horse power than 1968 Opel Olympia. (59 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1975 Mitsubishi Galant should accelerate faster than 1968 Opel Olympia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Mitsubishi Galant weights approximately 162 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.
Let's talk about torque, 1975 Mitsubishi Galant (115 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Opel Olympia. (86 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1975 Mitsubishi Galant will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Opel Olympia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Mitsubishi Galant | 1968 Opel Olympia | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Opel |
| Model | Galant | Olympia |
| Year Released | 1975 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1597 cc | 1078 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 59 HP |
| Torque | 115 Nm | 86 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 942 kg | 780 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 4190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2420 mm |
