2006 Audi A4 vs. 1967 Opel Olympia
To start off, 2006 Audi A4 is newer by 39 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 2,967 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Audi A4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Audi A4 (230 HP) has 155 more horse power than 1967 Opel Olympia. (75 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Audi A4 should accelerate faster than 1967 Opel Olympia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Audi A4 weights approximately 910 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 2006 Audi A4 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1967 Opel Olympia. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Audi A4 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, 2006 Audi A4 (451 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 325 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Opel Olympia. (126 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 2006 Audi A4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Opel Olympia.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Audi A4 | 1967 Opel Olympia | |
| Make | Audi | Opel |
| Model | A4 | Olympia |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1967 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2967 cc | 1698 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 230 HP | 75 HP |
| Torque | 451 Nm | 126 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 88.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 91.4 mm | 69.8 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1790 kg | 880 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2420 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 70 L |
