1969 Opel Olympia vs. 2006 Opel Speedster
To start off, 2006 Opel Speedster is newer by 37 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Opel Speedster is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Opel Speedster (197 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 138 more horse power than 1969 Opel Olympia. (59 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Opel Speedster should accelerate faster than 1969 Opel Olympia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Opel Speedster weights approximately 225 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.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2006 Opel Speedster (250 Nm @ 1950 RPM) has 167 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Opel Olympia. (83 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2006 Opel Speedster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Opel Olympia.
Compare all specifications:
1969 Opel Olympia | 2006 Opel Speedster | |
Make | Opel | Opel |
Model | Olympia | Speedster |
Year Released | 1969 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 1077 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 59 HP | 197 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 83 Nm | 250 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 1950 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 86.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 61 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 8.8:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 780 kg | 1005 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 3790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1120 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2420 mm | 2340 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.9 L/100km | 8.5 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 36 L |