2005 Daihatsu Terios vs. 1969 Opel Olympia
To start off, 2005 Daihatsu Terios is newer by 36 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 1,298 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Daihatsu Terios is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Daihatsu Terios (86 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 1969 Opel Olympia. (59 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Daihatsu Terios should accelerate faster than 1969 Opel Olympia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Daihatsu Terios weights approximately 345 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 2005 Daihatsu Terios is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1969 Opel Olympia. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Daihatsu Terios will offer significantly more control. 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, 2005 Daihatsu Terios (120 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 37 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Opel Olympia. (83 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2005 Daihatsu Terios will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Opel Olympia.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Daihatsu Terios | 1969 Opel Olympia | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Opel |
| Model | Terios | Olympia |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1298 cc | 1077 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 86 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 120 Nm | 83 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.7 mm | 61 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.2:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1125 kg | 780 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 4190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2420 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.8 L/100km | 7.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 46 L | 70 L |
