1968 Opel Olympia vs. 2003 Skoda Fabia
To start off, 2003 Skoda Fabia is newer by 35 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 1,198 cc (3 cylinders), 2003 Skoda Fabia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Skoda Fabia (63 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1968 Opel Olympia. (59 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Skoda Fabia should accelerate faster than 1968 Opel Olympia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Skoda Fabia weights approximately 350 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, 2003 Skoda Fabia, 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, 2003 Skoda Fabia (112 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Opel Olympia. (86 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2003 Skoda Fabia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Opel Olympia.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Opel Olympia | 2003 Skoda Fabia | |
Make | Opel | Skoda |
Model | Olympia | Fabia |
Year Released | 1968 | 2003 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1078 cc | 1198 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 59 HP | 63 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 86 Nm | 112 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 76.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 61 mm | 86.9 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 10.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 780 kg | 1130 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 3970 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2420 mm | 2470 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 45 L |