1999 Mazda RX-01 vs. 1970 Opel Olympia
To start off, 1999 Mazda RX-01 is newer by 29 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 2,610 cc, 1999 Mazda RX-01 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Mazda RX-01 (217 HP @ 8500 RPM) has 158 more horse power than 1970 Opel Olympia. (59 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Mazda RX-01 should accelerate faster than 1970 Opel Olympia.
Let's talk about torque, 1999 Mazda RX-01 (216 Nm @ 6500 RPM) has 133 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Opel Olympia. (83 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1999 Mazda RX-01 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Opel Olympia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Mazda RX-01 | 1970 Opel Olympia | |
| Make | Mazda | Opel |
| Model | RX-01 | Olympia |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2610 cc | 1078 cc |
| Engine Type | dual-disk rotary | in-line |
| Horse Power | 217 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 216 Nm | 83 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 4190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2420 mm |
