2003 Kia Sorento vs. 1967 Opel Olympia

To start off, 2003 Kia Sorento is newer by 36 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 3,489 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Kia Sorento is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Kia Sorento (192 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 133 more horse power than 1967 Opel Olympia. (59 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Kia Sorento should accelerate faster than 1967 Opel Olympia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Kia Sorento weights approximately 1204 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 2003 Kia Sorento is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1967 Opel Olympia. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Kia Sorento 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, 2003 Kia Sorento (310 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 227 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Opel Olympia. (83 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2003 Kia Sorento will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Opel Olympia. 2003 Kia Sorento has automatic transmission and 1967 Opel Olympia has manual transmission. 1967 Opel Olympia will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2003 Kia Sorento will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

2003 Kia Sorento 1967 Opel Olympia
Make Kia Opel
Model Sorento Olympia
Year Released 2003 1967
Body Type SUV Coupe
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3489 cc 1078 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 2 valves
Horse Power 192 HP 59 HP
Engine RPM 5750 RPM 5200 RPM
Torque 310 Nm 83 Nm
Torque RPM 3000 RPM 4400 RPM
Engine Bore Size 93 mm 75 mm
Engine Stroke Size 85.8 mm 61 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 10.0:1 9.2:1
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type 4WD Rear
Transmission Type Automatic Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 4 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1990 kg 786 kg
Vehicle Length 4500 mm 4190 mm
Vehicle Width 1840 mm 1580 mm
Vehicle Height 1710 mm 1410 mm
Wheelbase Size 2670 mm 2420 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 80 L 60 L


 

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