1967 Opel Olympia vs. 2010 Hyundai Tucson
To start off, 2010 Hyundai Tucson is newer by 43 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 2,400 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Hyundai Tucson is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Hyundai Tucson (176 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 103 more horse power than 1967 Opel Olympia. (73 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Hyundai Tucson should accelerate faster than 1967 Opel Olympia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Hyundai Tucson weights approximately 552 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 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, 2010 Hyundai Tucson, 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, 2010 Hyundai Tucson (228 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Opel Olympia. (128 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 2010 Hyundai Tucson will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Opel Olympia.
Compare all specifications:
1967 Opel Olympia | 2010 Hyundai Tucson | |
Make | Opel | Hyundai |
Model | Olympia | Tucson |
Year Released | 1967 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1697 cc | 2400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 73 HP | 176 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 128 Nm | 228 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 1442 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 4399 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1821 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1656 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2420 mm | 2639 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 44 L | 55 L |