1967 Opel Olympia vs. 1994 Peugeot 306
To start off, 1994 Peugeot 306 is newer by 27 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), 1994 Peugeot 306 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Peugeot 306 (92 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 1967 Opel Olympia. (59 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Peugeot 306 should accelerate faster than 1967 Opel Olympia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Peugeot 306 weights approximately 420 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, 1994 Peugeot 306, 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, 1994 Peugeot 306 (200 Nm @ 2250 RPM) has 117 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Opel Olympia. (83 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1994 Peugeot 306 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Opel Olympia.
Compare all specifications:
1967 Opel Olympia | 1994 Peugeot 306 | |
Make | Opel | Peugeot |
Model | Olympia | 306 |
Year Released | 1967 | 1994 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1078 cc | 1905 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 59 HP | 92 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 83 Nm | 200 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2250 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 21.8:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 780 kg | 1200 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 4200 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2420 mm | 2590 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 60 L |