2009 Honda Accord vs. 1967 Opel Olympia
To start off, 2009 Honda Accord 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 2,352 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Honda Accord (190 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 117 more horse power than 1967 Opel Olympia. (73 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1967 Opel Olympia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Honda Accord weights approximately 239 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, 2009 Honda Accord, 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, 2009 Honda Accord (220 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 92 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Opel Olympia. (128 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 2009 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Opel Olympia.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Honda Accord | 1967 Opel Olympia | |
Make | Honda | Opel |
Model | Accord | Olympia |
Year Released | 2009 | 1967 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2352 cc | 1697 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 190 HP | 73 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 220 Nm | 128 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2700 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 16.3:1 | 6.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1129 kg | 890 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4190 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1620 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2420 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 44 L |