2007 Nissan Sentra vs. 1970 Opel Olympia
To start off, 2007 Nissan Sentra is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Opel Olympia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Opel Olympia would be higher. At 1,999 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Nissan Sentra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Nissan Sentra (140 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 81 more horse power than 1970 Opel Olympia. (59 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Nissan Sentra should accelerate faster than 1970 Opel Olympia.
Because 1970 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 1970 Opel Olympia. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Nissan Sentra, 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 Sentra (200 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 117 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Opel Olympia. (83 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2007 Nissan Sentra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Opel Olympia.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Nissan Sentra | 1970 Opel Olympia | |
| Make | Nissan | Opel |
| Model | Sentra | Olympia |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1999 cc | 1078 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 140 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 200 Nm | 83 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80.3 mm | 61 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2420 mm |
