2007 Hyundai Santa Fe vs. 1969 Opel Olympia
To start off, 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe is newer by 38 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 3,342 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe (242 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 183 more horse power than 1969 Opel Olympia. (59 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe should accelerate faster than 1969 Opel Olympia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe weights approximately 966 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 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe 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, 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe 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, 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe (306 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 223 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Opel Olympia. (83 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Opel Olympia. 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe has automatic transmission and 1969 Opel Olympia has manual transmission. 1969 Opel Olympia will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Hyundai Santa Fe | 1969 Opel Olympia | |
Make | Hyundai | Opel |
Model | Santa Fe | Olympia |
Year Released | 2007 | 1969 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3342 cc | 1077 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 242 HP | 59 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 306 Nm | 83 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 83.8 mm | 61 mm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1746 kg | 780 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4190 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1620 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2420 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.2 L/100km | 7.9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 70 L |