2006 Hyundai Sonata vs. 1967 Opel Olympia
To start off, 2006 Hyundai Sonata is newer by 39 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 2,358 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Hyundai Sonata is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Hyundai Sonata (158 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 85 more horse power than 1967 Opel Olympia. (73 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Hyundai Sonata should accelerate faster than 1967 Opel Olympia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Hyundai Sonata weights approximately 560 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, 2006 Hyundai Sonata, 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, 2006 Hyundai Sonata (219 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 91 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Opel Olympia. (128 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 2006 Hyundai Sonata will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Opel Olympia.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Hyundai Sonata | 1967 Opel Olympia | |
| Make | Hyundai | Opel |
| Model | Sonata | Olympia |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1967 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2358 cc | 1697 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 158 HP | 73 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 219 Nm | 128 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 97 mm | 69.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 6.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 890 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2420 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 44 L |
