2004 Fiat Doblo vs. 1968 Opel Olympia
To start off, 2004 Fiat Doblo is newer by 36 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 1,368 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Fiat Doblo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Fiat Doblo (63 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1968 Opel Olympia. (59 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Fiat Doblo should accelerate faster than 1968 Opel Olympia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Fiat Doblo weights approximately 444 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.
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, 2004 Fiat Doblo, 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, 2004 Fiat Doblo (102 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Opel Olympia. (86 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2004 Fiat Doblo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Opel Olympia.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Fiat Doblo | 1968 Opel Olympia | |
| Make | Fiat | Opel |
| Model | Doblo | Olympia |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1968 |
| Body Type | Panel Van | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1368 cc | 1078 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 63 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 86 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 9.2:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1224 kg | 780 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 4190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2420 mm |
