2006 Audi TT vs. 1970 Opel Olympia
To start off, 2006 Audi TT is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Opel Olympia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Opel Olympia would be higher. At 3,189 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Audi TT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Audi TT (247 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 188 more horse power than 1970 Opel Olympia. (59 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Audi TT should accelerate faster than 1970 Opel Olympia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Audi TT weights approximately 888 kg more than 1970 Opel Olympia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Audi TT is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1970 Opel Olympia. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Audi TT 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 TT (320 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 237 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Opel Olympia. (83 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2006 Audi TT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Opel Olympia.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Audi TT | 1970 Opel Olympia | |
| Make | Audi | Opel |
| Model | TT | Olympia |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3189 cc | 1078 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 83 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95.9 mm | 61 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 9.2:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1668 kg | 780 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4050 mm | 4190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2420 mm |
