2006 Honda Civic vs. 1967 Opel Olympia
To start off, 2006 Honda Civic 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 1,896 cc (4 cylinders), 1967 Opel Olympia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Honda Civic (140 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 1967 Opel Olympia. (85 HP @ 5100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 1967 Opel Olympia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Honda Civic weights approximately 1102 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 Honda Civic 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 Honda Civic 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 Honda Civic (174 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Opel Olympia. (150 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2006 Honda Civic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Opel Olympia.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Honda Civic | 1967 Opel Olympia | |
| Make | Honda | Opel |
| Model | Civic | Olympia |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1967 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1803 cc | 1896 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 140 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 174 Nm | 150 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1992 kg | 890 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2420 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 44 L |
