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 2,457 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Subaru Forester is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Subaru Forester (163 HP) has 90 more horse power than 1967 Opel Olympia. (73 HP) 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 620 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 (225 Nm) has 97 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Opel Olympia. (128 Nm). This means 2006 Subaru Forester will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Opel Olympia. 2006 Subaru Forester 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. 2006 Subaru Forester will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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 | 2457 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 73 HP | 163 HP |
| Torque | 128 Nm | 225 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 99.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 69.8 mm | 79 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 1510 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 4800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2420 mm | 2530 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 44 L | 60 L |
