1968 Opel Olympia vs. 2000 Audi A6

To start off, 2000 Audi A6 is newer by 32 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 2,671 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Audi A6 (247 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 188 more horse power than 1968 Opel Olympia. (59 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 1968 Opel Olympia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Audi A6 weights approximately 940 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 2000 Audi A6 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1968 Opel Olympia. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Audi A6 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, 2000 Audi A6 (350 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 264 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Opel Olympia. (86 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2000 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Opel Olympia. 2000 Audi A6 has automatic transmission and 1968 Opel Olympia has manual transmission. 1968 Opel Olympia will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2000 Audi A6 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

1968 Opel Olympia 2000 Audi A6
Make Opel Audi
Model Olympia A6
Year Released 1968 2000
Body Type Coupe Station Wagon
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1078 cc 2671 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 5 valves
Horse Power 59 HP 247 HP
Engine RPM 5200 RPM 5800 RPM
Torque 86 Nm 350 Nm
Torque RPM 4400 RPM 1800 RPM
Engine Bore Size 75 mm 81 mm
Engine Stroke Size 61 mm 86.4 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 9.2:1 9.0:1
Drive Type Rear 4WD
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Number of Seats 4 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 780 kg 1720 kg
Vehicle Length 4190 mm 4800 mm
Vehicle Width 1580 mm 1820 mm
Vehicle Height 1410 mm 1460 mm
Wheelbase Size 2420 mm 2770 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 70 L 70 L


 

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