1968 Opel Olympia vs. 2004 Rover 75

To start off, 2004 Rover 75 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 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Rover 75 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Rover 75 (122 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 1968 Opel Olympia. (59 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Rover 75 should accelerate faster than 1968 Opel Olympia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Rover 75 weights approximately 695 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, 2004 Rover 75, 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 Rover 75 (160 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 74 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Opel Olympia. (86 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2004 Rover 75 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Opel Olympia.

Compare all specifications:

1968 Opel Olympia 2004 Rover 75
Make Opel Rover
Model Olympia 75
Year Released 1968 2004
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1078 cc 1796 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 59 HP 122 HP
Engine RPM 5200 RPM 5500 RPM
Torque 86 Nm 160 Nm
Torque RPM 4400 RPM 4000 RPM
Engine Bore Size 75 mm 80 mm
Engine Stroke Size 61 mm 89.3 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 1475 kg
Vehicle Length 4190 mm 4800 mm
Vehicle Width 1580 mm 1780 mm
Vehicle Height 1410 mm 1430 mm
Wheelbase Size 2420 mm 2830 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 70 L 65 L


 

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