1980 Austin Maxi vs. 1967 Opel Olympia
To start off, 1980 Austin Maxi is newer by 13 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 1,896 cc (4 cylinders), 1967 Opel Olympia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Opel Olympia (85 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 1980 Austin Maxi. (69 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1967 Opel Olympia should accelerate faster than 1980 Austin Maxi. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Austin Maxi weights approximately 90 kg more than 1967 Opel Olympia.
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, 1980 Austin Maxi, 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, 1967 Opel Olympia (150 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Austin Maxi. (105 Nm @ 3100 RPM). This means 1967 Opel Olympia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Austin Maxi.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Austin Maxi | 1967 Opel Olympia | |
| Make | Austin | Opel |
| Model | Maxi | Olympia |
| Year Released | 1980 | 1967 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1485 cc | 1896 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 69 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 105 Nm | 150 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3100 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76.2 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81.4 mm | 69.8 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 890 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4030 mm | 4190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2420 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 44 L |
