1981 Daihatsu Taft vs. 1967 Opel Olympia
To start off, 1981 Daihatsu Taft is newer by 14 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, 1967 Opel Olympia (73 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 1981 Daihatsu Taft. (44 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1967 Opel Olympia should accelerate faster than 1981 Daihatsu Taft. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Daihatsu Taft weights approximately 130 kg more than 1967 Opel Olympia.
Because 1981 Daihatsu Taft is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1967 Opel Olympia. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1981 Daihatsu Taft will offer significantly more control. 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 (128 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 64 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Daihatsu Taft. (64 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1967 Opel Olympia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Daihatsu Taft.
Compare all specifications:
1981 Daihatsu Taft | 1967 Opel Olympia | |
Make | Daihatsu | Opel |
Model | Taft | Olympia |
Year Released | 1981 | 1967 |
Engine Size | 958 cc | 1697 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 44 HP | 73 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 64 Nm | 128 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 2700 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 890 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3370 mm | 4190 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1620 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2030 mm | 2420 mm |