2001 Mazda MX-5 Miata vs. 1967 Opel Olympia
To start off, 2001 Mazda MX-5 Miata 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 1,840 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Mazda MX-5 Miata is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Mazda MX-5 Miata (134 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 1967 Opel Olympia. (73 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Mazda MX-5 Miata should accelerate faster than 1967 Opel Olympia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Mazda MX-5 Miata weights approximately 175 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 Mazda MX-5 Miata (163 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Opel Olympia. (128 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 2001 Mazda MX-5 Miata will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Opel Olympia.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Mazda MX-5 Miata | 1967 Opel Olympia | |
Make | Mazda | Opel |
Model | MX-5 Miata | Olympia |
Year Released | 2001 | 1967 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1840 cc | 1697 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 134 HP | 73 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 163 Nm | 128 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2700 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 88 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 85 mm | 69.8 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 6.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1065 kg | 890 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 4190 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1620 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2420 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 44 L |