1993 Fiat Vivace vs. 1967 Opel Olympia
To start off, 1993 Fiat Vivace is newer by 26 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 1,372 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Fiat Vivace is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Fiat Vivace (62 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1967 Opel Olympia. (59 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Fiat Vivace should accelerate faster than 1967 Opel Olympia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Fiat Vivace weights approximately 30 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, 1993 Fiat Vivace, 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 Fiat Vivace (102 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Opel Olympia. (83 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1993 Fiat Vivace will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Opel Olympia.
Compare all specifications:
1993 Fiat Vivace | 1967 Opel Olympia | |
Make | Fiat | Opel |
Model | Vivace | Olympia |
Year Released | 1993 | 1967 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1372 cc | 1078 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 62 HP | 59 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 102 Nm | 83 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86.4 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 55.5 mm | 61 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.1:1 | 9.2:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 810 kg | 780 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3750 mm | 4190 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1620 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2420 mm |