1968 Opel Olympia vs. 2010 Audi A3
To start off, 2010 Audi A3 is newer by 42 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 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Audi A3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Audi A3 (140 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 81 more horse power than 1968 Opel Olympia. (59 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Audi A3 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, 2010 Audi A3, 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, 2010 Audi A3 (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 234 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Opel Olympia. (86 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2010 Audi A3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Opel Olympia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Opel Olympia | 2010 Audi A3 | |
| Make | Opel | Audi |
| Model | Olympia | A3 |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1078 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 140 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 86 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 4293 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1765 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1422 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2420 mm | 2578 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 55 L |
