1969 Opel Olympia vs. 2012 Daewoo Matiz
To start off, 2012 Daewoo Matiz is newer by 43 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, 1969 Opel Olympia (58 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 2012 Daewoo Matiz. (50 HP @ 5900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 Opel Olympia should accelerate faster than 2012 Daewoo Matiz. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Daewoo Matiz weights approximately 71 kg more than 1969 Opel Olympia.
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, 2012 Daewoo Matiz, 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, 1969 Opel Olympia (83 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Daewoo Matiz. (69 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1969 Opel Olympia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Daewoo Matiz.
Compare all specifications:
1969 Opel Olympia | 2012 Daewoo Matiz | |
Make | Opel | Daewoo |
Model | Olympia | Matiz |
Year Released | 1969 | 2012 |
Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1078 cc | 794 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 58 HP | 50 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5900 RPM |
Torque | 83 Nm | 69 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 75.1 mm | 68.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 61 mm | 72 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 9.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 780 kg | 851 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 3500 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1500 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2420 mm | 2350 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 35 L |