2006 Honda Insight vs. 1967 Opel Olympia
To start off, 2006 Honda Insight 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 1,697 cc (4 cylinders), 1967 Opel Olympia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, both vehicles can yield 73 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar.
Because 1967 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 1967 Opel Olympia. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Honda Insight, 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, 1967 Opel Olympia (128 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Honda Insight. (107 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 1967 Opel Olympia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Honda Insight.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Honda Insight | 1967 Opel Olympia | |
| Make | Honda | Opel |
| Model | Insight | Olympia |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1967 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 999 cc | 1697 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 73 HP | 73 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 107 Nm | 128 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.8:1 | 6.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3950 mm | 4190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2420 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 44 L |
