2000 Kia Retona vs. 1969 Opel Olympia
To start off, 2000 Kia Retona is newer by 31 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Kia Retona is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Kia Retona (90 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 1969 Opel Olympia. (58 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Kia Retona should accelerate faster than 1969 Opel Olympia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Kia Retona weights approximately 1090 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 2000 Kia Retona 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, 2000 Kia Retona 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, 2000 Kia Retona (205 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 122 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Opel Olympia. (83 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2000 Kia Retona will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Opel Olympia.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Kia Retona | 1969 Opel Olympia | |
Make | Kia | Opel |
Model | Retona | Olympia |
Year Released | 2000 | 1969 |
Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1078 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 90 HP | 58 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 205 Nm | 83 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 75.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 61 mm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1870 kg | 780 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 4190 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1580 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2420 mm |