1989 Opel Corsa vs. 1969 Opel Olympia
To start off, 1989 Opel Corsa is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Opel Olympia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Opel Olympia would be higher. At 1,077 cc (4 cylinders), 1969 Opel Olympia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Opel Olympia (59 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1989 Opel Corsa. (44 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1969 Opel Olympia should accelerate faster than 1989 Opel Corsa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Opel Olympia weights approximately 10 kg more than 1989 Opel Corsa. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1969 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 1969 Opel Olympia. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1989 Opel Corsa, 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, 1969 Opel Olympia (83 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Opel Corsa. (68 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1969 Opel Olympia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Opel Corsa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Opel Corsa | 1969 Opel Olympia | |
| Make | Opel | Opel |
| Model | Corsa | Olympia |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 993 cc | 1077 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 68 Nm | 83 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 72.1 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 61 mm | 61 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 9.2:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 770 kg | 780 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3630 mm | 4190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2420 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 70 L |
