1969 Opel Olympia vs. 1984 Opel Ascona
To start off, 1984 Opel Ascona is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Opel Olympia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Opel Olympia would be higher. At 1,297 cc (4 cylinders), 1984 Opel Ascona is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Opel Ascona (75 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 1969 Opel Olympia. (59 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1984 Opel Ascona should accelerate faster than 1969 Opel Olympia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Opel Ascona weights approximately 144 kg more than 1969 Opel Olympia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1984 Opel Ascona (101 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Opel Olympia. (83 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1984 Opel Ascona will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Opel Olympia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Opel Olympia | 1984 Opel Ascona | |
| Make | Opel | Opel |
| Model | Olympia | Ascona |
| Year Released | 1969 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1077 cc | 1297 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 75 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 83 Nm | 101 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 61 mm | 73.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 9.2:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 780 kg | 924 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2420 mm | 2580 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 70 L |
