1969 Opel Olympia vs. 1986 Subaru Justy
To start off, 1986 Subaru Justy is newer by 17 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 1,188 cc (3 cylinders), 1986 Subaru Justy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Subaru Justy (67 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1969 Opel Olympia. (59 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1986 Subaru Justy should accelerate faster than 1969 Opel Olympia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Opel Olympia weights approximately 20 kg more than 1986 Subaru Justy.
Because 1969 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 1969 Opel Olympia. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1986 Subaru Justy, 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, 1986 Subaru Justy (97 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Opel Olympia. (83 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1986 Subaru Justy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Opel Olympia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Opel Olympia | 1986 Subaru Justy | |
| Make | Opel | Subaru |
| Model | Olympia | Justy |
| Year Released | 1969 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1077 cc | 1188 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 83 Nm | 97 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 780 kg | 760 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 3540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2420 mm | 2290 mm |
