1970 Opel Olympia vs. 2008 Skoda Roomster
To start off, 2008 Skoda Roomster is newer by 38 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 1,422 cc (3 cylinders), 2008 Skoda Roomster is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Skoda Roomster (79 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1970 Opel Olympia. (59 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Skoda Roomster should accelerate faster than 1970 Opel Olympia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Skoda Roomster weights approximately 540 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, 2008 Skoda Roomster, 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, 2008 Skoda Roomster (195 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 112 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Opel Olympia. (83 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2008 Skoda Roomster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Opel Olympia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Opel Olympia | 2008 Skoda Roomster | |
| Make | Opel | Skoda |
| Model | Olympia | Roomster |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1078 cc | 1422 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 83 Nm | 195 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 19.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 780 kg | 1320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 4210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2420 mm | 2620 mm |
