1968 Opel Olympia vs. 2006 Ford Focus
To start off, 2006 Ford Focus is newer by 38 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 1,988 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Ford Focus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford Focus (129 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 1968 Opel Olympia. (59 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford Focus should accelerate faster than 1968 Opel Olympia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford Focus weights approximately 486 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, 2006 Ford Focus, 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, 2006 Ford Focus (178 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 92 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Opel Olympia. (86 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2006 Ford Focus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Opel Olympia. 2006 Ford Focus 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. 2006 Ford Focus will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Opel Olympia | 2006 Ford Focus | |
| Make | Opel | Ford |
| Model | Olympia | Focus |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1078 cc | 1988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 86 Nm | 178 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 84.8 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 61 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 780 kg | 1266 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2420 mm | 2620 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 55 L |
