1968 Opel Olympia vs. 2008 Alfa Romeo 156
To start off, 2008 Alfa Romeo 156 is newer by 40 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 1,970 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Alfa Romeo 156 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Alfa Romeo 156 (148 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 89 more horse power than 1968 Opel Olympia. (59 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Alfa Romeo 156 should accelerate faster than 1968 Opel Olympia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Alfa Romeo 156 weights approximately 549 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, 2008 Alfa Romeo 156, 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, 2008 Alfa Romeo 156 (182 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 96 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Opel Olympia. (86 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2008 Alfa Romeo 156 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Opel Olympia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Opel Olympia | 2008 Alfa Romeo 156 | |
| Make | Opel | Alfa Romeo |
| Model | Olympia | 156 |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1078 cc | 1970 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 86 Nm | 182 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 61 mm | 91 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 786 kg | 1335 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2420 mm | 2600 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.5 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 63 L |
