1968 Opel Olympia vs. 2006 Subaru Impreza
To start off, 2006 Subaru Impreza 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 2,457 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Subaru Impreza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Subaru Impreza (276 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 217 more horse power than 1968 Opel Olympia. (59 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Subaru Impreza should accelerate faster than 1968 Opel Olympia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Subaru Impreza weights approximately 715 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 2006 Subaru Impreza 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, 2006 Subaru Impreza 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, 2006 Subaru Impreza (392 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 306 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Opel Olympia. (86 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2006 Subaru Impreza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Opel Olympia.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Opel Olympia | 2006 Subaru Impreza | |
Make | Opel | Subaru |
Model | Olympia | Impreza |
Year Released | 1968 | 2006 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1078 cc | 2457 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 59 HP | 276 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 86 Nm | 392 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 99.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 61 mm | 79 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 8.2:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 780 kg | 1495 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 4470 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2420 mm | 2550 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 60 L |