2006 Fiat Doblo vs. 1969 Opel Olympia
To start off, 2006 Fiat Doblo 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. In terms of performance, 2006 Fiat Doblo (62 HP) has 4 more horse power than 1969 Opel Olympia. (58 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Fiat Doblo should accelerate faster than 1969 Opel Olympia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Fiat Doblo weights approximately 516 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 Fiat Doblo, 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 Fiat Doblo (118 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Opel Olympia. (83 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2006 Fiat Doblo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Opel Olympia.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Fiat Doblo | 1969 Opel Olympia | |
| Make | Fiat | Opel |
| Model | Doblo | Olympia |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1969 |
| Body Type | Panel Van | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 58 HP |
| Torque | 118 Nm | 83 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 75.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.4 mm | 61 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 22.5:1 | 9.2:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1296 kg | 780 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 4190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2420 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 70 L |
