1968 Opel Olympia vs. 2011 Peugeot 107
To start off, 2011 Peugeot 107 is newer by 43 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 1,398 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Peugeot 107 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Opel Olympia (59 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2011 Peugeot 107. (54 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Opel Olympia should accelerate faster than 2011 Peugeot 107. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Peugeot 107 weights approximately 10 kg more 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, 2011 Peugeot 107, 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, 2011 Peugeot 107 (130 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 44 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Opel Olympia. (86 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2011 Peugeot 107 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Opel Olympia.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Opel Olympia | 2011 Peugeot 107 | |
Make | Opel | Peugeot |
Model | Olympia | 107 |
Year Released | 1968 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1078 cc | 1398 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 59 HP | 54 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 86 Nm | 130 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 Weight | 780 kg | 790 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 3430 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2420 mm | 2340 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 35 L |