1968 Opel Olympia vs. 2004 Peugeot 106
To start off, 2004 Peugeot 106 is newer by 36 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 1,527 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Peugeot 106 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Opel Olympia (59 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2004 Peugeot 106. (57 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Opel Olympia should accelerate faster than 2004 Peugeot 106. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Peugeot 106 weights approximately 100 kg more than 1968 Opel Olympia.
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, 2004 Peugeot 106, 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, 2004 Peugeot 106 (95 Nm @ 2250 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Opel Olympia. (86 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2004 Peugeot 106 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Opel Olympia.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Opel Olympia | 2004 Peugeot 106 | |
Make | Opel | Peugeot |
Model | Olympia | 106 |
Year Released | 1968 | 2004 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1078 cc | 1527 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 59 HP | 57 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 86 Nm | 95 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2250 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 77 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 61 mm | 82 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 23.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 780 kg | 880 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 3680 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1590 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2420 mm | 2450 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 45 L |