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Opel Olympia 1700

General information

ModelOpel Olympia 1700
Year1967
CategoryMidsize family cars
Rating57.7 out of 100. Show full rating and compare with other cars

Main features, safety and ecconomy

Engine size1697 ccm (103.55 cubic inches)
Fuel typeGasoline
Seats4
DriveRear wheels
TransmissionManual, 4-speed

Engine and transmission

Engine locationFront, longitudinal
Displacement1697 ccm (103.55 cubic inches)
Engine typeInline, 4 cylinder
Max power74.00 PS (54 kW or 73 HP) at 5200 Rev. per min.
Max torque128.00 Nm (13.1 kgf-m or 94.4 ft.lbs) at 2700 Rev. per min.
Compression6.0:1
Bore x stroke88.0 x 69.8 mm (3.5 x 2.7 inches)
Fuel systemCarburetor
Valves per cylinder4
Lubrication systemWet sump
Cooling systemLiquid
GearboxManual, 4-speed

Speed and acceleration

Power/weight ratio0.0831 PS/kg

Exterior and interior

Chassis typeCoupe
Max no. of doors4
Passenger space3890 litres (1,028 gallons)
Aerodynamic dragcoefisient0.4

Steering, brakes and tires

Turn circle10 m (405.5 inches)

Dimensions and weight

Weight890 kg (1,962.1 pounds)
Overall length4190 mm (165.0 inches)
Overall width1620 mm (63.8 inches)
Overall height1410 mm (55.5 inches)
Ground clearance160 mm (6.3 inches)
Wheelbase2420 mm (95.3 inches)
Fuel capacity44.0 litres (11.62 gallons)

Other specifications

Country of originGermany
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