1967 Opel Olympia vs. 2006 Subaru Forester
To start off, 2006 Subaru Forester is newer by 39 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 1,994 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Subaru Forester is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Subaru Forester (156 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 83 more horse power than 1967 Opel Olympia. (73 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Subaru Forester should accelerate faster than 1967 Opel Olympia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Subaru Forester weights approximately 500 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 2006 Subaru Forester is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1967 Opel Olympia. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Subaru Forester will offer significantly more control. 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, 2006 Subaru Forester (186 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 58 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Opel Olympia. (128 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 2006 Subaru Forester will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Opel Olympia.
Compare all specifications:
1967 Opel Olympia | 2006 Subaru Forester | |
Make | Opel | Subaru |
Model | Olympia | Forester |
Year Released | 1967 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1697 cc | 1994 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 73 HP | 156 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 128 Nm | 186 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 69.8 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 6.0:1 | 11.1:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 1390 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 4490 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1600 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2420 mm | 2530 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 44 L | 60 L |