2002 Fiat Palio vs. 1967 Opel Olympia
To start off, 2002 Fiat Palio is newer by 35 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 1,698 cc (4 cylinders), 1967 Opel Olympia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Opel Olympia (75 HP) has 16 more horse power than 2002 Fiat Palio. (59 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1967 Opel Olympia should accelerate faster than 2002 Fiat Palio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Fiat Palio weights approximately 145 kg more than 1967 Opel Olympia.
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, 2002 Fiat Palio, 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, 1967 Opel Olympia (126 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Fiat Palio. (104 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1967 Opel Olympia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Fiat Palio.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Fiat Palio | 1967 Opel Olympia | |
Make | Fiat | Opel |
Model | Palio | Olympia |
Year Released | 2002 | 1967 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1368 cc | 1698 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 59 HP | 75 HP |
Torque | 104 Nm | 126 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2700 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 8.8:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1025 kg | 880 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 4190 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1580 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2420 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 70 L |