1999 Noble M10 vs. 1968 Opel Olympia
To start off, 1999 Noble M10 is newer by 31 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 2,500 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Noble M10 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Noble M10 (168 HP) has 109 more horse power than 1968 Opel Olympia. (59 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Noble M10 should accelerate faster than 1968 Opel Olympia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Noble M10 weights approximately 180 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.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1999 Noble M10 (220 Nm) has 134 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Opel Olympia. (86 Nm). This means 1999 Noble M10 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Opel Olympia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Noble M10 | 1968 Opel Olympia | |
| Make | Noble | Opel |
| Model | M10 | Olympia |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2500 cc | 1078 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 168 HP | 59 HP |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 86 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 780 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3870 mm | 4190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1170 mm | 1410 mm |
