1981 Mitsubishi Galant vs. 1968 Opel Olympia
To start off, 1981 Mitsubishi Galant is newer by 13 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 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 1981 Mitsubishi Galant is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Mitsubishi Galant (89 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1968 Opel Olympia. (59 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1981 Mitsubishi Galant should accelerate faster than 1968 Opel Olympia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Mitsubishi Galant weights approximately 385 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, 1981 Mitsubishi Galant (165 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 79 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Opel Olympia. (86 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1981 Mitsubishi Galant will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Opel Olympia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Mitsubishi Galant | 1968 Opel Olympia | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Opel |
| Model | Galant | Olympia |
| Year Released | 1981 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 1078 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 165 Nm | 86 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1165 kg | 780 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 4190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2420 mm |
