1967 Opel Olympia vs. 2012 Hyundai Atos
To start off, 2012 Hyundai Atos is newer by 45 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, 1967 Opel Olympia (73 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 2012 Hyundai Atos. (58 HP @ 5450 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1967 Opel Olympia should accelerate faster than 2012 Hyundai Atos. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Opel Olympia weights approximately 5 kg more than 2012 Hyundai Atos. 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, 2012 Hyundai Atos, 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 44 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Hyundai Atos. (84 Nm @ 2850 RPM). This means 1967 Opel Olympia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Hyundai Atos. 2012 Hyundai Atos 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. 2012 Hyundai Atos will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 Opel Olympia | 2012 Hyundai Atos | |
| Make | Opel | Hyundai |
| Model | Olympia | Atos |
| Year Released | 1967 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1697 cc | 1086 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 73 HP | 58 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5450 RPM |
| Torque | 128 Nm | 84 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 2850 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 67 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 69.8 mm | 77 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 885 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 3570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1580 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2420 mm | 2390 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 44 L | 35 L |
