1996 Alfa Romeo GTV vs. 1968 Opel Olympia
To start off, 1996 Alfa Romeo GTV is newer by 28 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 2,959 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 Alfa Romeo GTV is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Alfa Romeo GTV (217 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 158 more horse power than 1968 Opel Olympia. (59 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Alfa Romeo GTV should accelerate faster than 1968 Opel Olympia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Alfa Romeo GTV weights approximately 629 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, 1996 Alfa Romeo GTV, 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, 1996 Alfa Romeo GTV (275 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 189 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Opel Olympia. (86 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1996 Alfa Romeo GTV will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Opel Olympia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Alfa Romeo GTV | 1968 Opel Olympia | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Opel |
| Model | GTV | Olympia |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2959 cc | 1078 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 217 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 275 Nm | 86 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93.1 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72.6 mm | 61 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.2:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1415 kg | 786 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4120 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2420 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 70 L |
