1968 Opel Olympia vs. 2013 Audi A3
To start off, 2013 Audi A3 is newer by 45 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 1,984 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Audi A3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Audi A3 (197 HP) has 138 more horse power than 1968 Opel Olympia. (59 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Audi A3 should accelerate faster than 1968 Opel Olympia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Audi A3 weights approximately 680 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 2013 Audi A3 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1968 Opel Olympia. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Audi A3 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, 2013 Audi A3 (281 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 195 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Opel Olympia. (86 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2013 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 | 2013 Audi A3 | |
| Make | Opel | Audi |
| Model | Olympia | A3 |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1078 cc | 1984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | W |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 197 HP |
| Torque | 86 Nm | 281 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 82.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 61 mm | 92.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 9.6:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 780 kg | 1460 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 4292 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1995 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1423 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2420 mm | 2578 mm |
