1969 Audi Variant vs. 1967 Opel Olympia
To start off, 1969 Audi Variant is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Opel Olympia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Opel Olympia would be higher. At 1,696 cc (4 cylinders), 1969 Audi Variant is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Opel Olympia (59 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1969 Audi Variant. (53 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1967 Opel Olympia should accelerate faster than 1969 Audi Variant. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Audi Variant weights approximately 290 kg more than 1967 Opel Olympia.
Because 1967 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 1967 Opel Olympia. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1969 Audi Variant, 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, 1969 Audi Variant (113 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Opel Olympia. (83 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1969 Audi Variant will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Opel Olympia.
Compare all specifications:
1969 Audi Variant | 1967 Opel Olympia | |
Make | Audi | Opel |
Model | Variant | Olympia |
Year Released | 1969 | 1967 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1696 cc | 1078 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 53 HP | 59 HP |
Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 113 Nm | 83 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.6:1 | 9.2:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1070 kg | 780 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4190 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1620 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2420 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 60 L |