2003 Fiat Punto vs. 1970 Opel Olympia
To start off, 2003 Fiat Punto is newer by 33 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 1,240 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Fiat Punto is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, both vehicles can yield 59 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Fiat Punto weights approximately 80 kg more than 1970 Opel Olympia.
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, 2003 Fiat Punto, 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, 2003 Fiat Punto (98 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Opel Olympia. (83 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2003 Fiat Punto will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Opel Olympia.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Fiat Punto | 1970 Opel Olympia | |
| Make | Fiat | Opel |
| Model | Punto | Olympia |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1240 cc | 1078 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 98 Nm | 83 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70.8 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78.9 mm | 61 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 860 kg | 780 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3810 mm | 4190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2420 mm |
