1968 Opel Olympia vs. 1995 Kia Capital
To start off, 1995 Kia Capital is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Opel Olympia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Opel Olympia would be higher. At 1,498 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Kia Capital is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Kia Capital (114 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 1968 Opel Olympia. (59 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Kia Capital should accelerate faster than 1968 Opel Olympia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Kia Capital weights approximately 545 kg more than 1968 Opel Olympia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1968 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 1968 Opel Olympia. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 Kia Capital, 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, 1995 Kia Capital (153 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 67 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Opel Olympia. (86 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1995 Kia Capital will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Opel Olympia. 1995 Kia Capital has automatic transmission and 1968 Opel Olympia has manual transmission. 1968 Opel Olympia will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1995 Kia Capital will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Opel Olympia | 1995 Kia Capital | |
Make | Opel | Kia |
Model | Olympia | Capital |
Year Released | 1968 | 1995 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1078 cc | 1498 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 59 HP | 114 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 86 Nm | 153 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 780 kg | 1325 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 4440 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2420 mm | 2530 mm |