2006 Kia Sedona vs. 1967 Opel Olympia
To start off, 2006 Kia Sedona 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 3,785 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Kia Sedona is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Kia Sedona (244 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 171 more horse power than 1967 Opel Olympia. (73 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Kia Sedona should accelerate faster than 1967 Opel Olympia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Kia Sedona weights approximately 590 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 Kia Sedona, 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 Kia Sedona (343 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 215 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Opel Olympia. (128 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 2006 Kia Sedona will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Opel Olympia.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Kia Sedona | 1967 Opel Olympia | |
| Make | Kia | Opel |
| Model | Sedona | Olympia |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1967 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3785 cc | 1697 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 244 HP | 73 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 343 Nm | 128 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1480 kg | 890 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5140 mm | 4190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1770 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2420 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 44 L |
