1991 Mitsubishi Lancer vs. 1967 Opel Olympia
To start off, 1991 Mitsubishi Lancer is newer by 24 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 1,298 cc (4 cylinders), 1991 Mitsubishi Lancer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Mitsubishi Lancer (70 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1967 Opel Olympia. (59 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Mitsubishi Lancer should accelerate faster than 1967 Opel Olympia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Mitsubishi Lancer weights approximately 194 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.
Let's talk about torque, 1991 Mitsubishi Lancer (103 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Opel Olympia. (83 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1991 Mitsubishi Lancer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Opel Olympia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Mitsubishi Lancer | 1967 Opel Olympia | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Opel |
| Model | Lancer | Olympia |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1967 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1298 cc | 1078 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 103 Nm | 83 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 786 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2420 mm |
