1995 Fiat Bravo vs. 1969 Opel Olympia
To start off, 1995 Fiat Bravo is newer by 26 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 1,895 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Fiat Bravo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Fiat Bravo (75 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 1969 Opel Olympia. (59 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Fiat Bravo should accelerate faster than 1969 Opel Olympia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Fiat Bravo weights approximately 365 kg more than 1969 Opel Olympia. 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, 1995 Fiat Bravo, 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, 1995 Fiat Bravo (147 Nm @ 2250 RPM) has 64 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Opel Olympia. (83 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1995 Fiat Bravo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Opel Olympia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Fiat Bravo | 1969 Opel Olympia | |
| Make | Fiat | Opel |
| Model | Bravo | Olympia |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1895 cc | 1077 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 75 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 147 Nm | 83 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2250 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.4 mm | 61 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 21.0:1 | 9.2:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | 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 | 1145 kg | 780 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4030 mm | 4190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2420 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 70 L |
