1967 Opel Olympia vs. 1983 Peugeot 305
To start off, 1983 Peugeot 305 is newer by 16 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 1,905 cc (4 cylinders), 1983 Peugeot 305 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Opel Olympia (73 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1983 Peugeot 305. (65 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1967 Opel Olympia should accelerate faster than 1983 Peugeot 305. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Peugeot 305 weights approximately 95 kg more than 1967 Opel Olympia.
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, 1983 Peugeot 305, 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, 1967 Opel Olympia (128 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Peugeot 305. (122 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1967 Opel Olympia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Peugeot 305.
Compare all specifications:
1967 Opel Olympia | 1983 Peugeot 305 | |
Make | Opel | Peugeot |
Model | Olympia | 305 |
Year Released | 1967 | 1983 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1697 cc | 1905 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 73 HP | 65 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 128 Nm | 122 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 69.8 mm | 88 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 6.0:1 | 23.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 985 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 4250 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1650 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2420 mm | 2630 mm |