1982 Isuzu Piazza vs. 1967 Opel Olympia
To start off, 1982 Isuzu Piazza 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 1,994 cc (4 cylinders), 1982 Isuzu Piazza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Isuzu Piazza (149 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 1967 Opel Olympia. (85 HP @ 5100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1982 Isuzu Piazza should accelerate faster than 1967 Opel Olympia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Isuzu Piazza weights approximately 390 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, 1982 Isuzu Piazza (225 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Opel Olympia. (150 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1982 Isuzu Piazza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Opel Olympia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Isuzu Piazza | 1967 Opel Olympia | |
| Make | Isuzu | Opel |
| Model | Piazza | Olympia |
| Year Released | 1982 | 1967 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1994 cc | 1896 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 149 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 225 Nm | 150 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 69.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.9:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 890 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2420 mm |
