2000 Ford Artic vs. 1969 Opel Olympia
To start off, 2000 Ford Artic is newer by 31 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 3,998 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Ford Artic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Ford Artic (128 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 1969 Opel Olympia. (58 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Ford Artic should accelerate faster than 1969 Opel Olympia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Ford Artic weights approximately 518 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, 2000 Ford Artic (325 Nm) has 242 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Opel Olympia. (83 Nm). This means 2000 Ford Artic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Opel Olympia. 2000 Ford Artic 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. 2000 Ford Artic will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Ford Artic | 1969 Opel Olympia | |
| Make | Ford | Opel |
| Model | Artic | Olympia |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3998 cc | 1078 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 128 HP | 58 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 325 Nm | 83 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1298 kg | 780 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5240 mm | 4190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3200 mm | 2420 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 70 L |
