2007 Fiat Palio II vs. 1967 Opel Olympia
To start off, 2007 Fiat Palio II is newer by 40 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 1,697 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Fiat Palio II is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Fiat Palio II (68 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1967 Opel Olympia. (59 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Fiat Palio II should accelerate faster than 1967 Opel Olympia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Fiat Palio II weights approximately 290 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, 2007 Fiat Palio II, 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, 2007 Fiat Palio II (136 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 53 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Opel Olympia. (83 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2007 Fiat Palio II will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Opel Olympia.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Fiat Palio II | 1967 Opel Olympia | |
Make | Fiat | Opel |
Model | Palio II | Olympia |
Year Released | 2007 | 1967 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1697 cc | 1078 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 68 HP | 59 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 136 Nm | 83 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 61 mm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1070 kg | 780 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3830 mm | 4190 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1620 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2420 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 60 L |