1967 Opel Olympia vs. 2012 Hyundai Getz
To start off, 2012 Hyundai Getz 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 1,493 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Hyundai Getz is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Hyundai Getz (81 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 1967 Opel Olympia. (59 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Hyundai Getz should accelerate faster than 1967 Opel Olympia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Hyundai Getz weights approximately 401 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, 2012 Hyundai Getz, 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, 2012 Hyundai Getz (191 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 108 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Opel Olympia. (83 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2012 Hyundai Getz will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Opel Olympia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 Opel Olympia | 2012 Hyundai Getz | |
| Make | Opel | Hyundai |
| Model | Olympia | Getz |
| Year Released | 1967 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1078 cc | 1493 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 81 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 83 Nm | 191 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 786 kg | 1187 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 3820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2420 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 45 L |
