1984 Fiat Ritmo vs. 1967 Opel Olympia
To start off, 1984 Fiat Ritmo is newer by 17 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 22 more horse power than 1984 Fiat Ritmo. (53 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1967 Opel Olympia should accelerate faster than 1984 Fiat Ritmo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Opel Olympia weights approximately 40 kg more than 1984 Fiat Ritmo. 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, 1984 Fiat Ritmo, 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 40 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Fiat Ritmo. (86 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 1967 Opel Olympia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Fiat Ritmo.
Compare all specifications:
1984 Fiat Ritmo | 1967 Opel Olympia | |
Make | Fiat | Opel |
Model | Ritmo | Olympia |
Year Released | 1984 | 1967 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1116 cc | 1698 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 53 HP | 75 HP |
Torque | 86 Nm | 126 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 2700 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 70 mm | 88.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 72 mm | 69.8 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 840 kg | 880 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4020 mm | 4190 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1580 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2420 mm |