2004 Ford Focus vs. 1969 Opel Olympia

To start off, 2004 Ford Focus is newer by 35 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 2,260 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Ford Focus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ford Focus (144 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 86 more horse power than 1969 Opel Olympia. (58 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford Focus should accelerate faster than 1969 Opel Olympia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford Focus weights approximately 402 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.

Because 1969 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 1969 Opel Olympia. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Ford Focus, 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 Ford Focus (202 Nm) has 119 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Opel Olympia. (83 Nm). This means 2004 Ford Focus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Opel Olympia.

Compare all specifications:

2004 Ford Focus 1969 Opel Olympia
Make Ford Opel
Model Focus Olympia
Year Released 2004 1969
Body Type Sedan Coupe
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2260 cc 1078 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 2 valves
Horse Power 144 HP 58 HP
Engine RPM 6250 RPM 5200 RPM
Torque 202 Nm 83 Nm
Engine Bore Size 87 mm 75.1 mm
Engine Stroke Size 94 mm 61 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 9.7:1 9.2:1
Drive Type Front Rear
Number of Seats 5 seats 4 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1182 kg 780 kg
Vehicle Length 4280 mm 4190 mm
Vehicle Width 1710 mm 1580 mm
Vehicle Height 1440 mm 1410 mm
Wheelbase Size 2620 mm 2420 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 53 L 70 L


 

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