1994 Hyundai Lantra vs. 1968 Opel Olympia
To start off, 1994 Hyundai Lantra is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Opel Olympia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Opel Olympia would be higher. At 1,466 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Hyundai Lantra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Hyundai Lantra (89 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1968 Opel Olympia. (59 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Hyundai Lantra should accelerate faster than 1968 Opel Olympia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Hyundai Lantra weights approximately 274 kg more than 1968 Opel Olympia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1968 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 1968 Opel Olympia. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1994 Hyundai Lantra, 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, 1994 Hyundai Lantra (132 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 46 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Opel Olympia. (86 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1994 Hyundai Lantra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Opel Olympia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Hyundai Lantra | 1968 Opel Olympia | |
| Make | Hyundai | Opel |
| Model | Lantra | Olympia |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1466 cc | 1078 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 132 Nm | 86 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75.5 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83.5 mm | 61 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.2:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1060 kg | 786 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 4120 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2420 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 70 L |
