1988 Mitsubishi Lancer vs. 1967 Opel Olympia
To start off, 1988 Mitsubishi Lancer is newer by 21 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 1,755 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Mitsubishi Lancer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Mitsubishi Lancer (89 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1967 Opel Olympia. (59 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Mitsubishi Lancer should accelerate faster than 1967 Opel Olympia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Mitsubishi Lancer weights approximately 265 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.
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, 1988 Mitsubishi Lancer, 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, 1988 Mitsubishi Lancer (138 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Opel Olympia. (83 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1988 Mitsubishi Lancer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Opel Olympia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Mitsubishi Lancer | 1967 Opel Olympia | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Opel |
| Model | Lancer | Olympia |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1967 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1755 cc | 1078 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 138 Nm | 83 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1045 kg | 780 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 4190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2420 mm |
