1970 Opel Olympia vs. 1941 Peugeot Type 202
To start off, 1970 Opel Olympia is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1941 Peugeot Type 202. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1941 Peugeot Type 202 would be higher. At 1,133 cc (4 cylinders), 1941 Peugeot Type 202 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Opel Olympia (59 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 1941 Peugeot Type 202. (30 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 Opel Olympia should accelerate faster than 1941 Peugeot Type 202. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1941 Peugeot Type 202 weights approximately 5 kg more than 1970 Opel Olympia.
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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Opel Olympia | 1941 Peugeot Type 202 | |
| Make | Opel | Peugeot |
| Model | Olympia | Type 202 |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1941 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1078 cc | 1133 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 30 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 780 kg | 785 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 4120 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2420 mm | 2460 mm |
