1991 Fiat Cinquecento vs. 1970 Opel Olympia
To start off, 1991 Fiat Cinquecento is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Opel Olympia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Opel Olympia would be higher. At 1,078 cc (4 cylinders), 1970 Opel Olympia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Opel Olympia (59 HP) has 18 more horse power than 1991 Fiat Cinquecento. (41 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1970 Opel Olympia should accelerate faster than 1991 Fiat Cinquecento. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Opel Olympia weights approximately 103 kg more than 1991 Fiat Cinquecento. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1970 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 1970 Opel Olympia. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1991 Fiat Cinquecento, 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, 1970 Opel Olympia (83 Nm) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Fiat Cinquecento. (66 Nm). This means 1970 Opel Olympia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Fiat Cinquecento.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Fiat Cinquecento | 1970 Opel Olympia | |
| Make | Fiat | Opel |
| Model | Cinquecento | Olympia |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 903 cc | 1078 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 41 HP | 59 HP |
| Torque | 66 Nm | 83 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.2:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 677 kg | 780 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3240 mm | 4190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2420 mm |
