1967 Opel Olympia vs. 2007 Skoda Octavia
To start off, 2007 Skoda Octavia is newer by 40 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 1,896 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Skoda Octavia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Skoda Octavia (104 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 1967 Opel Olympia. (73 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Skoda Octavia should accelerate faster than 1967 Opel Olympia.
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, 2007 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, 2007 Skoda Octavia (250 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 122 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Opel Olympia. (128 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 2007 Skoda Octavia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Opel Olympia. 2007 Skoda Octavia 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. 2007 Skoda Octavia will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 Opel Olympia | 2007 Skoda Octavia | |
| Make | Opel | Skoda |
| Model | Olympia | Octavia |
| Year Released | 1967 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1697 cc | 1896 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 73 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 128 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 69.8 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 6.0:1 | 19.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2420 mm | 2580 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 44 L | 55 L |
