1968 Opel Olympia vs. 2008 Subaru Impreza
To start off, 2008 Subaru Impreza 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 2,457 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Subaru Impreza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Subaru Impreza (170 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 111 more horse power than 1968 Opel Olympia. (59 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Subaru Impreza should accelerate faster than 1968 Opel Olympia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Subaru Impreza weights approximately 600 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 2008 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, 2008 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, 2008 Subaru Impreza (232 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 146 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Opel Olympia. (86 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2008 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 | 2008 Subaru Impreza | |
Make | Opel | Subaru |
Model | Olympia | Impreza |
Year Released | 1968 | 2008 |
Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
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 | 170 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 86 Nm | 232 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 780 kg | 1380 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 4420 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2420 mm | 2630 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 64 L |