2000 Honda FCX vs. 1970 Opel Olympia

To start off, 2000 Honda FCX is newer by 30 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 1,078 cc (4 cylinders), 1970 Opel Olympia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Honda FCX (122 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 1970 Opel Olympia. (59 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Honda FCX should accelerate faster than 1970 Opel Olympia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Honda FCX weights approximately 60 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, 2000 Honda FCX, 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, 2000 Honda FCX (273 Nm) has 190 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Opel Olympia. (83 Nm). This means 2000 Honda FCX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Opel Olympia. 2000 Honda FCX has automatic transmission and 1970 Opel Olympia has manual transmission. 1970 Opel Olympia will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2000 Honda FCX will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

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