2007 Nissan Commercial vs. 1967 Opel Olympia
To start off, 2007 Nissan Commercial 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 3,153 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Nissan Commercial is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Nissan Commercial (94 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 1967 Opel Olympia. (73 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Nissan Commercial should accelerate faster than 1967 Opel Olympia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Nissan Commercial weights approximately 715 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 Nissan Commercial, 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 Nissan Commercial (210 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 82 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Opel Olympia. (128 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 2007 Nissan Commercial will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Opel Olympia.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Nissan Commercial | 1967 Opel Olympia | |
| Make | Nissan | Opel |
| Model | Commercial | Olympia |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1967 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3153 cc | 1697 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 94 HP | 73 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 210 Nm | 128 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1605 kg | 890 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2090 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2420 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 44 L |
