1967 Opel Olympia vs. 1997 Peugeot 605
To start off, 1997 Peugeot 605 is newer by 30 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Peugeot 605 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Peugeot 605 (136 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 77 more horse power than 1967 Opel Olympia. (59 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Peugeot 605 should accelerate faster than 1967 Opel Olympia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Peugeot 605 weights approximately 654 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, 1997 Peugeot 605, 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, 1997 Peugeot 605 (180 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 97 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Opel Olympia. (83 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1997 Peugeot 605 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Opel Olympia.
Compare all specifications:
1967 Opel Olympia | 1997 Peugeot 605 | |
Make | Opel | Peugeot |
Model | Olympia | 605 |
Year Released | 1967 | 1997 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1078 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 59 HP | 136 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 83 Nm | 180 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 61 mm | 86 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 786 kg | 1440 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 4770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2420 mm | 2810 mm |