1967 Opel Olympia vs. 2005 Skoda Octavia
To start off, 2005 Skoda Octavia 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 1,968 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Skoda Octavia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Skoda Octavia (113 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 1967 Opel Olympia. (59 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Skoda Octavia should accelerate faster than 1967 Opel Olympia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Skoda Octavia weights approximately 539 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 Skoda Octavia, 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, 2005 Skoda Octavia (172 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 89 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Opel Olympia. (83 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2005 Skoda Octavia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Opel Olympia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 Opel Olympia | 2005 Skoda Octavia | |
| Make | Opel | Skoda |
| Model | Olympia | Octavia |
| Year Released | 1967 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1078 cc | 1968 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 113 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 83 Nm | 172 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 82.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 61 mm | 92.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 786 kg | 1325 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2420 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 55 L |
