2004 Lancia Musa vs. 1967 Opel Olympia
To start off, 2004 Lancia Musa 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 1,698 cc (4 cylinders), 1967 Opel Olympia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Opel Olympia (75 HP) has 6 more horse power than 2004 Lancia Musa. (69 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1967 Opel Olympia should accelerate faster than 2004 Lancia Musa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Lancia Musa weights approximately 395 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, 2004 Lancia Musa, 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 Lancia Musa (180 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 54 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Opel Olympia. (126 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 2004 Lancia Musa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Opel Olympia.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Lancia Musa | 1967 Opel Olympia | |
| Make | Lancia | Opel |
| Model | Musa | Olympia |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1967 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1248 cc | 1698 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 69 HP | 75 HP |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 126 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 69.6 mm | 88.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 69.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 8.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1275 kg | 880 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3990 mm | 4190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2420 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 70 L |
