1968 Opel Olympia vs. 2010 Audi A5

To start off, 2010 Audi A5 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 1,800 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Audi A5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Audi A5 (158 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 99 more horse power than 1968 Opel Olympia. (59 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Audi A5 should accelerate faster than 1968 Opel Olympia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Audi A5 weights approximately 980 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, 2010 Audi A5, 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 A5 (250 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 164 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Opel Olympia. (86 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2010 Audi A5 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 A5
Make Opel Audi
Model Olympia A5
Year Released 1968 2010
Body Type Coupe Coupe
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1078 cc 1800 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 59 HP 158 HP
Engine RPM 5200 RPM 6200 RPM
Torque 86 Nm 250 Nm
Torque RPM 4400 RPM 1500 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Front
Number of Seats 4 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 780 kg 1760 kg
Vehicle Length 4190 mm 4623 mm
Vehicle Width 1580 mm 1852 mm
Vehicle Height 1410 mm 1382 mm
Wheelbase Size 2420 mm 2751 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 70 L 67 L


 

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