1967 Opel Olympia vs. 2003 Peugeot 407
To start off, 2003 Peugeot 407 is newer by 36 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 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Peugeot 407 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Peugeot 407 (135 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 76 more horse power than 1967 Opel Olympia. (59 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Peugeot 407 should accelerate faster than 1967 Opel Olympia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Peugeot 407 weights approximately 755 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, 2003 Peugeot 407, 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, 2003 Peugeot 407 (320 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 237 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Opel Olympia. (83 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2003 Peugeot 407 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Opel Olympia. 2003 Peugeot 407 has automatic transmission and 1967 Opel Olympia has manual transmission. 1967 Opel Olympia will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2003 Peugeot 407 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1967 Opel Olympia | 2003 Peugeot 407 | |
Make | Opel | Peugeot |
Model | Olympia | 407 |
Year Released | 1967 | 2003 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1078 cc | 1997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 59 HP | 135 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 83 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 85 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 61 mm | 88 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 786 kg | 1541 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 4680 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2420 mm | 2730 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 50 L |