1969 Opel Olympia vs. 2011 Daihatsu Cuore
To start off, 2011 Daihatsu Cuore is newer by 42 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Opel Olympia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Opel Olympia would be higher. At 1,078 cc (4 cylinders), 1969 Opel Olympia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Daihatsu Cuore (69 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1969 Opel Olympia. (58 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Daihatsu Cuore should accelerate faster than 1969 Opel Olympia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Opel Olympia weights approximately 15 kg more than 2011 Daihatsu Cuore.
Because 1969 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 1969 Opel Olympia. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Daihatsu Cuore, 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, 2011 Daihatsu Cuore (94 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Opel Olympia. (83 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2011 Daihatsu Cuore will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Opel Olympia.
Compare all specifications:
1969 Opel Olympia | 2011 Daihatsu Cuore | |
Make | Opel | Daihatsu |
Model | Olympia | Cuore |
Year Released | 1969 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1078 cc | 998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 58 HP | 69 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 83 Nm | 94 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 75.1 mm | 71 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 61 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 10.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 780 kg | 765 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 3480 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1480 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1540 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2420 mm | 2500 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 36 L |