1996 Lancia Kappa vs. 1967 Opel Olympia
To start off, 1996 Lancia Kappa 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 2,451 cc (5 cylinders), 1996 Lancia Kappa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Lancia Kappa (173 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 114 more horse power than 1967 Opel Olympia. (59 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Lancia Kappa should accelerate faster than 1967 Opel Olympia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Lancia Kappa weights approximately 740 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 Lancia Kappa, 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 Lancia Kappa (230 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 147 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Opel Olympia. (83 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1996 Lancia Kappa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Opel Olympia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Lancia Kappa | 1967 Opel Olympia | |
| Make | Lancia | Opel |
| Model | Kappa | Olympia |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1967 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2451 cc | 1078 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 173 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 230 Nm | 83 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83.1 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.4 mm | 61 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 9.2:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1520 kg | 780 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2420 mm |
