1999 Ford Focus vs. 1967 Opel Olympia
To start off, 1999 Ford Focus 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 1,989 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Ford Focus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Ford Focus (129 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 1967 Opel Olympia. (73 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Ford Focus should accelerate faster than 1967 Opel Olympia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Ford Focus weights approximately 310 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 Ford Focus, 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 Ford Focus (178 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Opel Olympia. (128 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 1999 Ford Focus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Opel Olympia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Ford Focus | 1967 Opel Olympia | |
| Make | Ford | Opel |
| Model | Focus | Olympia |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1967 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1989 cc | 1697 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 73 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 178 Nm | 128 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.8 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 69.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 6.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1200 kg | 890 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2420 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 44 L |
