1969 Opel Olympia vs. 2011 Hyundai ix35
To start off, 2011 Hyundai ix35 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 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Hyundai ix35 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Hyundai ix35 (133 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 75 more horse power than 1969 Opel Olympia. (58 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Hyundai ix35 should accelerate faster than 1969 Opel Olympia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Hyundai ix35 weights approximately 899 kg more than 1969 Opel Olympia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 Hyundai ix35 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1969 Opel Olympia. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Hyundai ix35 will offer significantly more control. 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 Hyundai ix35 (320 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 237 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Opel Olympia. (83 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2011 Hyundai ix35 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Opel Olympia.
Compare all specifications:
1969 Opel Olympia | 2011 Hyundai ix35 | |
Make | Opel | Hyundai |
Model | Olympia | ix35 |
Year Released | 1969 | 2011 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1078 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 58 HP | 133 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 83 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 75.1 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 61 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 16.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 780 kg | 1679 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 4410 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1660 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2420 mm | 2640 mm |