1967 Opel Olympia vs. 2005 Opel Astra

To start off, 2005 Opel Astra is newer by 38 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 1,697 cc (4 cylinders), 1967 Opel Olympia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Opel Astra (89 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 1967 Opel Olympia. (73 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Opel Astra should accelerate faster than 1967 Opel Olympia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Opel Astra weights approximately 265 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, 2005 Opel Astra, 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 3 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Opel Astra. (125 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1967 Opel Olympia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Opel Astra.

Compare all specifications:

1967 Opel Olympia 2005 Opel Astra
Make Opel Opel
Model Olympia Astra
Year Released 1967 2005
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1697 cc 1362 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 73 HP 89 HP
Engine RPM 5200 RPM 5600 RPM
Torque 128 Nm 125 Nm
Torque RPM 2700 RPM 4000 RPM
Engine Bore Size 88 mm 73.4 mm
Engine Stroke Size 69.8 mm 80.6 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 6.0:1 10.5:1
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline - Premium
Drive Type Rear Front
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 4 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 890 kg 1155 kg
Vehicle Length 4190 mm 4260 mm
Vehicle Width 1620 mm 1760 mm
Vehicle Height 1410 mm 1470 mm
Wheelbase Size 2420 mm 2710 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 44 L 52 L


 

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