1970 Opel Olympia vs. 2004 Peugeot 206
To start off, 2004 Peugeot 206 is newer by 34 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 1,124 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Peugeot 206 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Opel Olympia (59 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2004 Peugeot 206. (57 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 Opel Olympia should accelerate faster than 2004 Peugeot 206. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Peugeot 206 weights approximately 205 kg more than 1970 Opel Olympia.
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, 2004 Peugeot 206, 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, 2004 Peugeot 206 (95 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Opel Olympia. (83 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2004 Peugeot 206 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Opel Olympia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Opel Olympia | 2004 Peugeot 206 | |
| Make | Opel | Peugeot |
| Model | Olympia | 206 |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1078 cc | 1124 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 57 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 83 Nm | 95 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 10.2:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 780 kg | 985 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 4030 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2420 mm | 2450 mm |
