1980 Audi 200 vs. 1969 Opel Olympia
To start off, 1980 Audi 200 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Opel Olympia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Opel Olympia would be higher. At 2,144 cc (5 cylinders), 1980 Audi 200 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Audi 200 (170 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 111 more horse power than 1969 Opel Olympia. (59 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 Audi 200 should accelerate faster than 1969 Opel Olympia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Audi 200 weights approximately 486 kg more than 1969 Opel Olympia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1969 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 1969 Opel Olympia. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1980 Audi 200, 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, 1980 Audi 200 (265 Nm @ 3300 RPM) has 182 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Opel Olympia. (83 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1980 Audi 200 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Opel Olympia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Audi 200 | 1969 Opel Olympia | |
| Make | Audi | Opel |
| Model | 200 | Olympia |
| Year Released | 1980 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2144 cc | 1077 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 170 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 265 Nm | 83 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.5 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 61 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.0:1 | 9.2:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1266 kg | 780 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2420 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 70 L |
