1967 Opel Olympia vs. 1991 Peugeot 106
To start off, 1991 Peugeot 106 is newer by 24 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 1,078 cc (4 cylinders), 1967 Opel Olympia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Opel Olympia (59 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1991 Peugeot 106. (49 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1967 Opel Olympia should accelerate faster than 1991 Peugeot 106. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Opel Olympia weights approximately 6 kg more than 1991 Peugeot 106. 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, 1991 Peugeot 106, 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 (83 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Peugeot 106. (74 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 1967 Opel Olympia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Peugeot 106.
Compare all specifications:
1967 Opel Olympia | 1991 Peugeot 106 | |
Make | Opel | Peugeot |
Model | Olympia | 106 |
Year Released | 1967 | 1991 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1078 cc | 953 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 59 HP | 49 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 83 Nm | 74 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3700 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 70 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 61 mm | 62 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 9.4:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 786 kg | 780 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 3570 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1580 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2420 mm | 2320 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 45 L |