1969 Opel GT vs. 2003 Kia Amanti
To start off, 2003 Kia Amanti is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Opel GT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Opel GT would be higher. At 3,491 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Kia Amanti is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Kia Amanti (201 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 100 more horse power than 1969 Opel GT. (101 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Kia Amanti should accelerate faster than 1969 Opel GT.
Because 1969 Opel GT 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 1969 Opel GT. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Kia Amanti, 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, 2003 Kia Amanti (298 Nm) has 141 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Opel GT. (157 Nm). This means 2003 Kia Amanti will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Opel GT.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Opel GT | 2003 Kia Amanti | |
| Make | Opel | Kia |
| Model | GT | Amanti |
| Year Released | 1969 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1900 cc | 3491 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 101 HP | 201 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 157 Nm | 298 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 69.8 mm | 86 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 4980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2910 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 7.4 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 8.4 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.8 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 70 L |
