2007 Mazda MX-5 Miata vs. 1969 Opel Olympia
To start off, 2007 Mazda MX-5 Miata is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Opel Olympia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Opel Olympia would be higher. At 1,999 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Mazda MX-5 Miata is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mazda MX-5 Miata (166 HP @ 6700 RPM) has 107 more horse power than 1969 Opel Olympia. (59 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mazda MX-5 Miata should accelerate faster than 1969 Opel Olympia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Mazda MX-5 Miata weights approximately 400 kg more than 1969 Opel Olympia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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 Mazda MX-5 Miata (190 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 107 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Opel Olympia. (83 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2007 Mazda MX-5 Miata will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Opel Olympia.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Mazda MX-5 Miata | 1969 Opel Olympia | |
Make | Mazda | Opel |
Model | MX-5 Miata | Olympia |
Year Released | 2007 | 1969 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1999 cc | 1077 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 166 HP | 59 HP |
Engine RPM | 6700 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 190 Nm | 83 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 780 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4190 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1620 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2420 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.7 L/100km | 7.9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 48 L | 70 L |