2008 Opel Corsa vs. 1967 Opel Olympia
To start off, 2008 Opel Corsa is newer by 41 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), 1967 Opel Olympia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Opel Corsa (123 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 1967 Opel Olympia. (73 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Opel Corsa should accelerate faster than 1967 Opel Olympia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Opel Corsa weights approximately 340 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, 2008 Opel Corsa, 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, 2008 Opel Corsa (280 Nm @ 2300 RPM) has 152 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Opel Olympia. (128 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 2008 Opel Corsa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Opel Olympia.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Opel Corsa | 1967 Opel Olympia | |
| Make | Opel | Opel |
| Model | Corsa | Olympia |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1967 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1684 cc | 1697 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 73 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 280 Nm | 128 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 69.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.4:1 | 6.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1230 kg | 890 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 4190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2420 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 44 L | 44 L |
