1969 Opel Olympia vs. 2002 Peugeot 807
To start off, 2002 Peugeot 807 is newer by 33 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 2,230 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Peugeot 807 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Peugeot 807 (126 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 1969 Opel Olympia. (59 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Peugeot 807 should accelerate faster than 1969 Opel Olympia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Peugeot 807 weights approximately 943 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, 2002 Peugeot 807, 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, 2002 Peugeot 807 (320 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 237 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Opel Olympia. (83 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2002 Peugeot 807 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Opel Olympia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Opel Olympia | 2002 Peugeot 807 | |
| Make | Opel | Peugeot |
| Model | Olympia | 807 |
| Year Released | 1969 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1077 cc | 2230 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 126 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 83 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 61 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 780 kg | 1723 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2420 mm | 2830 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 50 L |
