1967 Opel Olympia vs. 2011 Kia Sportage
To start off, 2011 Kia Sportage is newer by 44 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 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Kia Sportage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Kia Sportage (260 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 201 more horse power than 1967 Opel Olympia. (59 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Kia Sportage should accelerate faster than 1967 Opel Olympia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Kia Sportage weights approximately 722 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, 2011 Kia Sportage, 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, 2011 Kia Sportage (358 Nm @ 1850 RPM) has 275 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Opel Olympia. (83 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2011 Kia Sportage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Opel Olympia. 2011 Kia Sportage has automatic transmission and 1967 Opel Olympia has manual transmission. 1967 Opel Olympia will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Kia Sportage will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1967 Opel Olympia | 2011 Kia Sportage | |
Make | Opel | Kia |
Model | Olympia | Sportage |
Year Released | 1967 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1078 cc | 2000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 59 HP | 260 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 83 Nm | 358 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 1850 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 780 kg | 1502 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 4450 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1854 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1636 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2420 mm | 2639 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 55 L |