1982 Fiat Ritmo vs. 1967 Opel Olympia
To start off, 1982 Fiat Ritmo is newer by 15 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, 1982 Fiat Ritmo (83 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1967 Opel Olympia. (73 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1982 Fiat Ritmo should accelerate faster than 1967 Opel Olympia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Fiat Ritmo weights approximately 30 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.
Let's talk about torque, 1967 Opel Olympia (128 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Fiat Ritmo. (127 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1967 Opel Olympia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Fiat Ritmo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Fiat Ritmo | 1967 Opel Olympia | |
| Make | Fiat | Opel |
| Model | Ritmo | Olympia |
| Year Released | 1982 | 1967 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1498 cc | 1697 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 83 HP | 73 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 127 Nm | 128 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71.5 mm | 69.8 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 920 kg | 890 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 4190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2420 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 57 L | 44 L |
