1968 Opel Olympia vs. 2013 Kia SOUL
To start off, 2013 Kia SOUL is newer by 45 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 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Kia SOUL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Kia SOUL (162 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 103 more horse power than 1968 Opel Olympia. (59 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Kia SOUL should accelerate faster than 1968 Opel Olympia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Kia SOUL weights approximately 448 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, 2013 Kia SOUL, 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, 2013 Kia SOUL (199 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 113 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Opel Olympia. (86 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2013 Kia SOUL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Opel Olympia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Opel Olympia | 2013 Kia SOUL | |
| Make | Opel | Kia |
| Model | Olympia | SOUL |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Crossover |
| 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 | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 162 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 86 Nm | 199 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 61 mm | 93 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 780 kg | 1228 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 4120 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1785 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1661 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2420 mm | 2550 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 48 L |
