2001 Chevrolet Camaro vs. 1967 Opel Olympia
To start off, 2001 Chevrolet Camaro is newer by 34 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 3,390 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Chevrolet Camaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Chevrolet Camaro (160 HP) has 85 more horse power than 1967 Opel Olympia. (75 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Chevrolet Camaro should accelerate faster than 1967 Opel Olympia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Chevrolet Camaro weights approximately 533 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.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2001 Chevrolet Camaro (271 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 145 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Opel Olympia. (126 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 2001 Chevrolet Camaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Opel Olympia.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Chevrolet Camaro | 1967 Opel Olympia | |
Make | Chevrolet | Opel |
Model | Camaro | Olympia |
Year Released | 2001 | 1967 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3390 cc | 1698 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 160 HP | 75 HP |
Torque | 271 Nm | 126 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2700 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 88.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 69.8 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 8.8:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1413 kg | 880 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4190 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1580 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2420 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 70 L |