1970 Opel Olympia vs. 1998 Opel Astra
To start off, 1998 Opel Astra is newer by 28 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 1,389 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Opel Astra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Opel Astra (89 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1970 Opel Olympia. (59 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Opel Astra should accelerate faster than 1970 Opel Olympia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Opel Astra weights approximately 410 kg more than 1970 Opel Olympia. 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, 1998 Opel Astra, 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, 1998 Opel Astra (127 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 44 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Opel Olympia. (83 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1998 Opel Astra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Opel Olympia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Opel Olympia | 1998 Opel Astra | |
| Make | Opel | Opel |
| Model | Olympia | Astra |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1078 cc | 1389 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 83 Nm | 127 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 77.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 61 mm | 73.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 780 kg | 1190 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2420 mm | 2620 mm |
