2009 Fiat Panda vs. 1967 Opel Olympia
To start off, 2009 Fiat Panda is newer by 42 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 1,698 cc (4 cylinders), 1967 Opel Olympia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Opel Olympia (75 HP) has 6 more horse power than 2009 Fiat Panda. (69 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1967 Opel Olympia should accelerate faster than 2009 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Fiat Panda weights approximately 260 kg more than 1967 Opel Olympia.
Because 2009 Fiat Panda is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1967 Opel Olympia. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Fiat Panda will offer significantly more control. 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, 2009 Fiat Panda (180 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 54 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Opel Olympia. (126 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 2009 Fiat Panda will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Opel Olympia.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Fiat Panda | 1967 Opel Olympia | |
Make | Fiat | Opel |
Model | Panda | Olympia |
Year Released | 2009 | 1967 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1248 cc | 1698 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 69 HP | 75 HP |
Torque | 180 Nm | 126 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 2700 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 69.6 mm | 88.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 69.8 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 8.8:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1140 kg | 880 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 4190 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1580 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2420 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 70 L |