1968 Opel Olympia vs. 2004 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2004 Subaru Legacy 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 2,458 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Subaru Legacy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Subaru Legacy (165 HP) has 106 more horse power than 1968 Opel Olympia. (59 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 1968 Opel Olympia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Subaru Legacy weights approximately 733 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 2004 Subaru Legacy 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, 2004 Subaru Legacy 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, 2004 Subaru Legacy (225 Nm) has 139 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Opel Olympia. (86 Nm). This means 2004 Subaru Legacy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Opel Olympia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Opel Olympia | 2004 Subaru Legacy | |
| Make | Opel | Subaru |
| Model | Olympia | Legacy |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1078 cc | 2458 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 165 HP |
| Torque | 86 Nm | 225 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 100 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 61 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 780 kg | 1513 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2420 mm | 2530 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 64 L |
