1999 Opel Omega vs. 1969 Opel Olympia
To start off, 1999 Opel Omega is newer by 30 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 2,196 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Opel Omega is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Opel Omega (142 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 84 more horse power than 1969 Opel Olympia. (58 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Opel Omega should accelerate faster than 1969 Opel Olympia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Opel Omega weights approximately 905 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.
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 Opel Omega (203 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 120 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Opel Olympia. (83 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1999 Opel Omega will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Opel Olympia. 1999 Opel Omega has automatic transmission and 1969 Opel Olympia has manual transmission. 1969 Opel Olympia will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1999 Opel Omega will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Opel Omega | 1969 Opel Olympia | |
Make | Opel | Opel |
Model | Omega | Olympia |
Year Released | 1999 | 1969 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2196 cc | 1078 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 142 HP | 58 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 203 Nm | 83 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 75.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 94.6 mm | 61 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 9.2:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1685 kg | 780 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 4190 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1580 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2420 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 70 L |