1993 Daihatsu Applause vs. 1968 Opel Olympia
To start off, 1993 Daihatsu Applause is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Opel Olympia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Opel Olympia would be higher. At 1,589 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Daihatsu Applause is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Daihatsu Applause (102 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 1968 Opel Olympia. (59 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Daihatsu Applause should accelerate faster than 1968 Opel Olympia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Daihatsu Applause weights approximately 150 kg more than 1968 Opel Olympia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1968 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 1968 Opel Olympia. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1993 Daihatsu Applause, 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, 1993 Daihatsu Applause (134 Nm) has 48 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Opel Olympia. (86 Nm). This means 1993 Daihatsu Applause will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Opel Olympia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Daihatsu Applause | 1968 Opel Olympia | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Opel |
| Model | Applause | Olympia |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1968 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1589 cc | 1078 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 102 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 134 Nm | 86 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 87.6 mm | 61 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 9.2:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 780 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2420 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 70 L |
