1968 Opel Olympia vs. 2010 Chrysler Sebring
To start off, 2010 Chrysler Sebring 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 1,968 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Chrysler Sebring is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Chrysler Sebring (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 1968 Opel Olympia. (59 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Chrysler Sebring should accelerate faster than 1968 Opel Olympia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Chrysler Sebring weights approximately 1070 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 Chrysler Sebring, 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 Chrysler Sebring (311 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 225 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Opel Olympia. (86 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2010 Chrysler Sebring will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Opel Olympia.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Opel Olympia | 2010 Chrysler Sebring | |
Make | Opel | Chrysler |
Model | Olympia | Sebring |
Year Released | 1968 | 2010 |
Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1078 cc | 1968 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 59 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 86 Nm | 311 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 61 mm | 95.5 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 780 kg | 1850 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 4940 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2420 mm | 2770 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 63 L |