2001 Citroen C5 vs. 1968 Opel Olympia
To start off, 2001 Citroen C5 is newer by 33 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 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Citroen C5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Opel Olympia (59 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 2001 Citroen C5. (58 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1968 Opel Olympia should accelerate faster than 2001 Citroen C5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Citroen C5 weights approximately 652 kg more than 1968 Opel Olympia.
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, 2001 Citroen C5, 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, 2001 Citroen C5 (110 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Opel Olympia. (86 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2001 Citroen C5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Opel Olympia.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Citroen C5 | 1968 Opel Olympia | |
Make | Citroen | Opel |
Model | C5 | Olympia |
Year Released | 2001 | 1968 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1997 cc | 1078 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 58 HP | 59 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 110 Nm | 86 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 85.1 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 61 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 9.2:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1438 kg | 786 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4120 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1620 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2420 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.7 L/100km | 7.5 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 70 L |