1999 Daihatsu Charade vs. 1967 Opel Olympia
To start off, 1999 Daihatsu Charade is newer by 32 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 1,296 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Daihatsu Charade is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Daihatsu Charade (83 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 1967 Opel Olympia. (59 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Daihatsu Charade should accelerate faster than 1967 Opel Olympia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Daihatsu Charade weights approximately 59 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, 1999 Daihatsu Charade, 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, 1999 Daihatsu Charade (105 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Opel Olympia. (83 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1999 Daihatsu Charade will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Opel Olympia.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Daihatsu Charade | 1967 Opel Olympia | |
Make | Daihatsu | Opel |
Model | Charade | Olympia |
Year Released | 1999 | 1967 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1296 cc | 1078 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 83 HP | 59 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 105 Nm | 83 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 845 kg | 786 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3790 mm | 4190 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1580 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2420 mm |