1970 Opel Olympia vs. 1991 Peugeot 106
To start off, 1991 Peugeot 106 is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Opel Olympia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Opel Olympia would be higher. At 1,078 cc (4 cylinders), 1970 Opel Olympia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Opel Olympia (59 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1991 Peugeot 106. (44 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 Opel Olympia should accelerate faster than 1991 Peugeot 106. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Opel Olympia weights approximately 18 kg more than 1991 Peugeot 106. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1970 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 1970 Opel Olympia. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1991 Peugeot 106, 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, 1970 Opel Olympia (83 Nm) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Peugeot 106. (71 Nm). This means 1970 Opel Olympia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Peugeot 106.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Opel Olympia | 1991 Peugeot 106 | |
| Make | Opel | Peugeot |
| Model | Olympia | 106 |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1991 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1078 cc | 953 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 83 Nm | 71 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 70 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 61 mm | 62 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 9.3:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 780 kg | 762 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 3570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2420 mm | 2450 mm |
