1996 Mercedes-Benz C vs. 1967 Opel Olympia
To start off, 1996 Mercedes-Benz C 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 2,295 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Mercedes-Benz C is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Mercedes-Benz C (151 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 92 more horse power than 1967 Opel Olympia. (59 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Mercedes-Benz C should accelerate faster than 1967 Opel Olympia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Mercedes-Benz C weights approximately 579 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.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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 Mercedes-Benz C (220 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 137 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Opel Olympia. (83 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1996 Mercedes-Benz C will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Opel Olympia.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Mercedes-Benz C | 1967 Opel Olympia | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Opel |
Model | C | Olympia |
Year Released | 1996 | 1967 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2295 cc | 1078 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 151 HP | 59 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 220 Nm | 83 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 90.9 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88.4 mm | 61 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1365 kg | 786 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4190 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1580 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2970 mm | 2420 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 60 L |