1997 Daihatsu Applause vs. 1970 Opel Olympia
To start off, 1997 Daihatsu Applause is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Opel Olympia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Opel Olympia would be higher. At 1,588 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Daihatsu Applause is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Daihatsu Applause (102 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 1970 Opel Olympia. (59 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Daihatsu Applause should accelerate faster than 1970 Opel Olympia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Daihatsu Applause weights approximately 150 kg more than 1970 Opel Olympia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1970 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 1970 Opel Olympia. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 Daihatsu Applause, 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, 1997 Daihatsu Applause (134 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 51 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Opel Olympia. (83 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1997 Daihatsu Applause will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Opel Olympia.
Compare all specifications:
1997 Daihatsu Applause | 1970 Opel Olympia | |
Make | Daihatsu | Opel |
Model | Applause | Olympia |
Year Released | 1997 | 1970 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1588 cc | 1078 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 102 HP | 59 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 134 Nm | 83 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 87.6 mm | 61 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 9.2:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 780 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4190 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1620 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2420 mm |