1996 Honda Civic vs. 1967 Opel Olympia
To start off, 1996 Honda Civic is newer by 29 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, 1996 Honda Civic (138 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 1967 Opel Olympia. (85 HP @ 5100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 1967 Opel Olympia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Honda Civic 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, 1996 Honda Civic, 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 Honda Civic (174 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Opel Olympia. (150 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1996 Honda Civic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Opel Olympia.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Honda Civic | 1967 Opel Olympia | |
Make | Honda | Opel |
Model | Civic | Olympia |
Year Released | 1996 | 1967 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1834 cc | 1896 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 85 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5100 RPM |
Torque | 174 Nm | 150 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1170 kg | 890 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4190 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1580 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2420 mm |