1968 Opel Olympia vs. 2006 Peugeot 207
To start off, 2006 Peugeot 207 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 1,398 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Peugeot 207 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Peugeot 207 (67 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1968 Opel Olympia. (59 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Peugeot 207 should accelerate faster 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, 2006 Peugeot 207, 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 Peugeot 207 (160 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 74 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Opel Olympia. (86 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2006 Peugeot 207 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Opel Olympia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Opel Olympia | 2006 Peugeot 207 | |
| Make | Opel | Peugeot |
| Model | Olympia | 207 |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1078 cc | 1398 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 86 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 73.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 61 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 4680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1620 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2420 mm | 2320 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 40 L |
