1983 Citroen LN vs. 1967 Opel Olympia
To start off, 1983 Citroen LN is newer by 16 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 1,698 cc (4 cylinders), 1967 Opel Olympia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Opel Olympia (75 HP) has 40 more horse power than 1983 Citroen LN. (35 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1967 Opel Olympia should accelerate faster than 1983 Citroen LN. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Opel Olympia weights approximately 170 kg more than 1983 Citroen LN. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1983 Citroen LN, 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 (126 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 76 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Citroen LN. (50 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1967 Opel Olympia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Citroen LN.
Compare all specifications:
1983 Citroen LN | 1967 Opel Olympia | |
Make | Citroen | Opel |
Model | LN | Olympia |
Year Released | 1983 | 1967 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 652 cc | 1698 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 35 HP | 75 HP |
Torque | 50 Nm | 126 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2700 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 710 kg | 880 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 4190 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1580 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2240 mm | 2420 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 70 L |