1969 Opel Olympia vs. 2004 Subaru Baja
To start off, 2004 Subaru Baja is newer by 35 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 2,457 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Subaru Baja is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Subaru Baja (163 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 105 more horse power than 1969 Opel Olympia. (58 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Subaru Baja should accelerate faster than 1969 Opel Olympia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Subaru Baja weights approximately 800 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 2004 Subaru Baja is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1969 Opel Olympia. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Subaru Baja will offer significantly more control. 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, 2004 Subaru Baja (225 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 142 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Opel Olympia. (83 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2004 Subaru Baja will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Opel Olympia.
Compare all specifications:
1969 Opel Olympia | 2004 Subaru Baja | |
Make | Opel | Subaru |
Model | Olympia | Baja |
Year Released | 1969 | 2004 |
Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1078 cc | 2457 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 58 HP | 163 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 83 Nm | 225 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 75.1 mm | 99.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 61 mm | 79 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 780 kg | 1580 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 4920 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1640 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2420 mm | 2660 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 30 L |