2003 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione vs. 1967 Opel Olympia
To start off, 2003 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione is newer by 36 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 4,242 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione (400 HP) has 325 more horse power than 1967 Opel Olympia. (75 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione should accelerate faster than 1967 Opel Olympia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione weights approximately 620 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, 2003 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione (441 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 315 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Opel Olympia. (126 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 2003 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Opel Olympia.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione | 1967 Opel Olympia | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Opel |
Model | 8C Competizione | Olympia |
Year Released | 2003 | 1967 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4242 cc | 1698 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 400 HP | 75 HP |
Torque | 441 Nm | 126 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2700 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 88.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79.8 mm | 69.8 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 880 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4190 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1580 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2420 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 70 L |