1995 Lancia Dedra vs. 1967 Opel Olympia
To start off, 1995 Lancia Dedra is newer by 28 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 1,896 cc (4 cylinders), 1967 Opel Olympia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Lancia Dedra (88 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1967 Opel Olympia. (85 HP @ 5100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Lancia Dedra should accelerate faster than 1967 Opel Olympia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Lancia Dedra weights approximately 280 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, 1995 Lancia Dedra, 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, 1967 Opel Olympia (150 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Lancia Dedra. (129 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1967 Opel Olympia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Lancia Dedra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Lancia Dedra | 1967 Opel Olympia | |
| Make | Lancia | Opel |
| Model | Dedra | Olympia |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1967 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1581 cc | 1896 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 88 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 129 Nm | 150 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1170 kg | 890 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2420 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 44 L |
