1968 Opel Olympia vs. 2007 Volkswagen Caddy
To start off, 2007 Volkswagen Caddy is newer by 39 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 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Volkswagen Caddy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Volkswagen Caddy (102 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 1968 Opel Olympia. (59 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Volkswagen Caddy 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, 2007 Volkswagen Caddy, 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, 2007 Volkswagen Caddy (148 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 62 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Opel Olympia. (86 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2007 Volkswagen Caddy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Opel Olympia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Opel Olympia | 2007 Volkswagen Caddy | |
| Make | Opel | Volkswagen |
| Model | Olympia | Caddy |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1078 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 102 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 86 Nm | 148 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 61 mm | 77.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1810 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2420 mm | 2690 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 60 L |
