1968 Opel Olympia vs. 1982 Subaru Leone
To start off, 1982 Subaru Leone is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Opel Olympia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Opel Olympia would be higher. At 1,298 cc (4 cylinders), 1982 Subaru Leone is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Subaru Leone (67 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1968 Opel Olympia. (59 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1982 Subaru Leone should accelerate faster than 1968 Opel Olympia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Subaru Leone weights approximately 42 kg more than 1968 Opel Olympia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1968 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 1968 Opel Olympia. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1982 Subaru Leone, 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, 1982 Subaru Leone (100 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Opel Olympia. (86 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1982 Subaru Leone will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Opel Olympia.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Opel Olympia | 1982 Subaru Leone | |
Make | Opel | Subaru |
Model | Olympia | Leone |
Year Released | 1968 | 1982 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1078 cc | 1298 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 59 HP | 67 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 86 Nm | 100 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 780 kg | 822 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 3870 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1620 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2420 mm | 2390 mm |