1968 Opel Olympia vs. 2002 Seat Cordoba
To start off, 2002 Seat Cordoba is newer by 34 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 1,896 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Seat Cordoba is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Seat Cordoba (63 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1968 Opel Olympia. (59 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Seat Cordoba should accelerate faster than 1968 Opel Olympia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Seat Cordoba weights approximately 424 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, 2002 Seat Cordoba, 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, 2002 Seat Cordoba (125 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Opel Olympia. (86 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2002 Seat Cordoba will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Opel Olympia.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Opel Olympia | 2002 Seat Cordoba | |
Make | Opel | Seat |
Model | Olympia | Cordoba |
Year Released | 1968 | 2002 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1078 cc | 1896 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 59 HP | 63 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 86 Nm | 125 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 79.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 61 mm | 95.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 19.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 786 kg | 1210 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 4290 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2420 mm | 2520 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.5 L/100km | 5.3 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 45 L |