2006 Kia Picanto vs. 1967 Opel Olympia
To start off, 2006 Kia Picanto 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 1,697 cc (4 cylinders), 1967 Opel Olympia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Opel Olympia (73 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 2006 Kia Picanto. (64 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1967 Opel Olympia should accelerate faster than 2006 Kia Picanto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Kia Picanto weights approximately 1110 kg more than 1967 Opel Olympia.
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 Kia Picanto, 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, 1967 Opel Olympia (128 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Kia Picanto. (100 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1967 Opel Olympia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Kia Picanto. 2006 Kia Picanto 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. 2006 Kia Picanto will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Kia Picanto | 1967 Opel Olympia | |
| Make | Kia | Opel |
| Model | Picanto | Olympia |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1967 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1086 cc | 1697 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 64 HP | 73 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 100 Nm | 128 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 66 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 69.8 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2000 kg | 890 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3500 mm | 4190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2420 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 44 L |
