2004 Fiat Barchetta vs. 1967 Opel Olympia
To start off, 2004 Fiat Barchetta is newer by 37 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 1,896 cc (4 cylinders), 1967 Opel Olympia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Fiat Barchetta (129 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 1967 Opel Olympia. (85 HP @ 5100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Fiat Barchetta should accelerate faster than 1967 Opel Olympia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Fiat Barchetta weights approximately 170 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.
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, 2004 Fiat Barchetta, 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, 2004 Fiat Barchetta (162 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Opel Olympia. (150 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2004 Fiat Barchetta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Opel Olympia.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Fiat Barchetta | 1967 Opel Olympia | |
| Make | Fiat | Opel |
| Model | Barchetta | Olympia |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1967 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1755 cc | 1896 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 162 Nm | 150 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.7 mm | 69.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1060 kg | 890 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3920 mm | 4190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2280 mm | 2420 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 44 L |
