1997 Caterham C21 vs. 1967 Opel Olympia
To start off, 1997 Caterham C21 is newer by 30 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Caterham C21 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Caterham C21 (250 HP @ 8000 RPM) has 165 more horse power than 1967 Opel Olympia. (85 HP @ 5100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Caterham C21 should accelerate faster than 1967 Opel Olympia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Opel Olympia weights approximately 200 kg more than 1997 Caterham C21.
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, 1997 Caterham C21 (252 Nm @ 5750 RPM) has 102 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Opel Olympia. (150 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1997 Caterham C21 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Opel Olympia.
Compare all specifications:
1997 Caterham C21 | 1967 Opel Olympia | |
Make | Caterham | Opel |
Model | C21 | Olympia |
Year Released | 1997 | 1967 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1896 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 250 HP | 85 HP |
Engine RPM | 8000 RPM | 5100 RPM |
Torque | 252 Nm | 150 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5750 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 690 kg | 890 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3810 mm | 4190 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1580 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1060 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2420 mm |