1969 Opel Olympia vs. 2001 Peugeot 307
To start off, 2001 Peugeot 307 is newer by 32 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 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Peugeot 307 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Peugeot 307 (134 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 76 more horse power than 1969 Opel Olympia. (58 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Peugeot 307 should accelerate faster than 1969 Opel Olympia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Peugeot 307 weights approximately 435 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.
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, 2001 Peugeot 307, 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, 2001 Peugeot 307 (190 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 107 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Opel Olympia. (83 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2001 Peugeot 307 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Opel Olympia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Opel Olympia | 2001 Peugeot 307 | |
| Make | Opel | Peugeot |
| Model | Olympia | 307 |
| Year Released | 1969 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1078 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 58 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 83 Nm | 190 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75.1 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 61 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 780 kg | 1215 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 4210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2420 mm | 2620 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 60 L |
