2007 Ford Galaxy vs. 1967 Opel Olympia
To start off, 2007 Ford Galaxy 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 1,896 cc (4 cylinders), 1967 Opel Olympia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Ford Galaxy (89 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1967 Opel Olympia. (85 HP @ 5100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Ford Galaxy should accelerate faster than 1967 Opel Olympia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Ford Galaxy weights approximately 849 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 Ford Galaxy, 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 Ford Galaxy (240 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Opel Olympia. (150 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2007 Ford Galaxy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Opel Olympia.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Ford Galaxy | 1967 Opel Olympia | |
| Make | Ford | Opel |
| Model | Galaxy | Olympia |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1967 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1894 cc | 1896 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 150 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.5 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95.5 mm | 69.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1739 kg | 890 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4650 mm | 4190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2420 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 44 L |
