2005 Mini Cooper vs. 1968 Opel Olympia
To start off, 2005 Mini Cooper is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Opel Olympia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Opel Olympia would be higher. At 1,606 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Mini Cooper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mini Cooper (168 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 109 more horse power than 1968 Opel Olympia. (59 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mini Cooper should accelerate faster than 1968 Opel Olympia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mini Cooper weights approximately 504 kg more than 1968 Opel Olympia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1968 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 1968 Opel Olympia. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Mini Cooper, 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, 2005 Mini Cooper (221 Nm) has 135 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Opel Olympia. (86 Nm). This means 2005 Mini Cooper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Opel Olympia.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Mini Cooper | 1968 Opel Olympia | |
Make | Mini | Opel |
Model | Cooper | Olympia |
Year Released | 2005 | 1968 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1606 cc | 1078 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 168 HP | 59 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 221 Nm | 86 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 77 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 61 mm |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1290 kg | 786 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3660 mm | 4120 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1620 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2420 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.7 L/100km | 7.5 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 70 L |