1970 Opel Olympia vs. 2007 Peugeot 206
To start off, 2007 Peugeot 206 is newer by 37 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 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Peugeot 206 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Peugeot 206 (89 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1970 Opel Olympia. (59 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Peugeot 206 should accelerate faster than 1970 Opel Olympia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Peugeot 206 weights approximately 247 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.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Peugeot 206 (205 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 122 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Opel Olympia. (83 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2007 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 | 2007 Peugeot 206 | |
Make | Opel | Peugeot |
Model | Olympia | 206 |
Year Released | 1970 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1078 cc | 1997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 59 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 83 Nm | 205 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 17.6:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 780 kg | 1027 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 3830 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2420 mm | 2450 mm |