1989 Audi Coupe vs. 1967 Opel Olympia
To start off, 1989 Audi Coupe is newer by 22 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 1,984 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Audi Coupe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Audi Coupe (111 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 1967 Opel Olympia. (59 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Audi Coupe should accelerate faster than 1967 Opel Olympia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Audi Coupe weights approximately 350 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, 1989 Audi Coupe, 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, 1989 Audi Coupe (173 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Opel Olympia. (83 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1989 Audi Coupe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Opel Olympia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Audi Coupe | 1967 Opel Olympia | |
| Make | Audi | Opel |
| Model | Coupe | Olympia |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1967 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1984 cc | 1078 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 111 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 173 Nm | 83 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 9.2:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1130 kg | 780 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 4190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2420 mm |
