2006 Alfa Romeo 166 vs. 1969 Opel Olympia
To start off, 2006 Alfa Romeo 166 is newer by 37 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 3,179 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Alfa Romeo 166 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Alfa Romeo 166 (236 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 178 more horse power than 1969 Opel Olympia. (58 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Alfa Romeo 166 should accelerate faster than 1969 Opel Olympia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Alfa Romeo 166 weights approximately 805 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, 2006 Alfa Romeo 166, 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, 2006 Alfa Romeo 166 (289 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 206 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Opel Olympia. (83 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2006 Alfa Romeo 166 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Opel Olympia.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Alfa Romeo 166 | 1969 Opel Olympia | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Opel |
| Model | 166 | Olympia |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1969 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3179 cc | 1078 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 236 HP | 58 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 289 Nm | 83 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 75.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78 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 | 1585 kg | 780 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2420 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 69 L | 70 L |
