1996 Opel Astra vs. 1968 Opel Olympia
To start off, 1996 Opel Astra is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Opel Olympia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Opel Olympia would be higher. At 1,799 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Opel Astra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Opel Astra (114 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 1968 Opel Olympia. (59 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Opel Astra should accelerate faster than 1968 Opel Olympia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Opel Astra weights approximately 370 kg more than 1968 Opel Olympia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1968 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 1968 Opel Olympia. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 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, 1996 Opel Astra (170 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 84 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Opel Olympia. (86 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1996 Opel Astra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Opel Olympia.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Opel Astra | 1968 Opel Olympia | |
Make | Opel | Opel |
Model | Astra | Olympia |
Year Released | 1996 | 1968 |
Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1799 cc | 1078 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 114 HP | 59 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 170 Nm | 86 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1150 kg | 780 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 4190 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1580 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2420 mm |