2003 Audi A4 vs. 1967 Opel Olympia

To start off, 2003 Audi A4 is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Opel Olympia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Opel Olympia would be higher. At 1,595 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Audi A4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Audi A4 (113 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 1967 Opel Olympia. (59 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Audi A4 should accelerate faster than 1967 Opel Olympia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Audi A4 weights approximately 509 kg more than 1967 Opel Olympia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 1967 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 1967 Opel Olympia. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Audi A4, 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, 2003 Audi A4 (148 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Opel Olympia. (83 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2003 Audi A4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Opel Olympia.

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2003 Audi A4 1967 Opel Olympia
Make Audi Opel
Model A4 Olympia
Year Released 2003 1967
Body Type Sedan Coupe
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1595 cc 1078 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 2 valves
Horse Power 113 HP 59 HP
Engine RPM 5800 RPM 5200 RPM
Torque 148 Nm 83 Nm
Torque RPM 3800 RPM 4400 RPM
Engine Bore Size 81.1 mm 75 mm
Engine Stroke Size 77.4 mm 61 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 10.5:1 9.2:1
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Front Rear
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 4 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1295 kg 786 kg
Vehicle Length 4590 mm 4190 mm
Vehicle Width 1770 mm 1580 mm
Vehicle Height 1430 mm 1410 mm
Wheelbase Size 2660 mm 2420 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 70 L 60 L