2000 Mitsubishi SSS vs. 1967 Opel Olympia
To start off, 2000 Mitsubishi SSS is newer by 33 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 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Mitsubishi SSS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Mitsubishi SSS (162 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 89 more horse power than 1967 Opel Olympia. (73 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Mitsubishi SSS should accelerate faster than 1967 Opel Olympia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Mitsubishi SSS weights approximately 1015 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, 2000 Mitsubishi SSS, 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 Mitsubishi SSS (270 Nm) has 142 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Opel Olympia. (128 Nm). This means 2000 Mitsubishi SSS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Opel Olympia. 2000 Mitsubishi SSS has automatic transmission and 1967 Opel Olympia has manual transmission. 1967 Opel Olympia will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2000 Mitsubishi SSS will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Mitsubishi SSS | 1967 Opel Olympia | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Opel |
| Model | SSS | Olympia |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1967 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3500 cc | 1697 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 162 HP | 73 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 270 Nm | 128 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1905 kg | 890 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2420 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 71 L | 44 L |
