1983 Mazda 323 vs. 1967 Opel Olympia
To start off, 1983 Mazda 323 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 1,896 cc (4 cylinders), 1967 Opel Olympia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Opel Olympia (85 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 1983 Mazda 323. (53 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1967 Opel Olympia should accelerate faster than 1983 Mazda 323. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Opel Olympia weights approximately 40 kg more than 1983 Mazda 323. 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 (150 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 71 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Mazda 323. (79 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1967 Opel Olympia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Mazda 323.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Mazda 323 | 1967 Opel Olympia | |
| Make | Mazda | Opel |
| Model | 323 | Olympia |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1967 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1071 cc | 1896 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 79 Nm | 150 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 850 kg | 890 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 4190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2420 mm |
