2007 Opel Zafira vs. 1969 Opel Olympia
To start off, 2007 Opel Zafira is newer by 38 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. At 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Opel Zafira is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Opel Zafira (104 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 1969 Opel Olympia. (58 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Opel Zafira should accelerate faster than 1969 Opel Olympia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Opel Zafira weights approximately 618 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, 2007 Opel Zafira, 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, 2007 Opel Zafira (150 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 67 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Opel Olympia. (83 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2007 Opel Zafira will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Opel Olympia.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Opel Zafira | 1969 Opel Olympia | |
| Make | Opel | Opel |
| Model | Zafira | Olympia |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1969 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1078 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 58 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 150 Nm | 83 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 75.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81.5 mm | 61 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 9.2:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1398 kg | 780 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2420 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 70 L |
