2001 Honda Integra vs. 1970 Opel Olympia
To start off, 2001 Honda Integra is newer by 31 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Honda Integra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Honda Integra (160 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 101 more horse power than 1970 Opel Olympia. (59 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Honda Integra should accelerate faster than 1970 Opel Olympia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Honda Integra weights approximately 420 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, 2001 Honda Integra, 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, 2001 Honda Integra (192 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 109 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Opel Olympia. (83 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2001 Honda Integra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Opel Olympia. 2001 Honda Integra 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. 2001 Honda Integra will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Honda Integra | 1970 Opel Olympia | |
| Make | Honda | Opel |
| Model | Integra | Olympia |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1970 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1078 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 160 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 192 Nm | 83 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 9.2:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1200 kg | 780 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2420 mm |
