2005 Opel Corsa vs. 1967 Opel Olympia
To start off, 2005 Opel Corsa is newer by 38 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 1,248 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Opel Corsa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Opel Corsa (69 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1967 Opel Olympia. (59 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Opel Corsa should accelerate faster than 1967 Opel Olympia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Opel Corsa weights approximately 401 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, 2005 Opel Corsa, 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 Opel Corsa (170 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 87 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Opel Olympia. (83 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2005 Opel Corsa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Opel Olympia.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Opel Corsa | 1967 Opel Olympia | |
| Make | Opel | Opel |
| Model | Corsa | Olympia |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1967 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1248 cc | 1078 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 69 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 170 Nm | 83 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 69.6 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 61 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 9.2:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1181 kg | 780 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3820 mm | 4190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2420 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 44 L | 60 L |
