1993 Kia Capital vs. 1967 Opel Olympia
To start off, 1993 Kia Capital is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Opel Olympia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Opel Olympia would be higher. At 1,498 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Kia Capital is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Kia Capital (114 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 1967 Opel Olympia. (59 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Kia Capital should accelerate faster than 1967 Opel Olympia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Kia Capital weights approximately 540 kg more than 1967 Opel Olympia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1967 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 1967 Opel Olympia. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1993 Kia Capital, 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, 1993 Kia Capital (152 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 69 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Opel Olympia. (83 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1993 Kia Capital will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Opel Olympia.
Compare all specifications:
1993 Kia Capital | 1967 Opel Olympia | |
Make | Kia | Opel |
Model | Capital | Olympia |
Year Released | 1993 | 1967 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1498 cc | 1078 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 114 HP | 59 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 152 Nm | 83 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1326 kg | 786 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4190 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1580 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2420 mm |