2007 Kia Sedona vs. 1968 Opel Olympia
To start off, 2007 Kia Sedona is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Opel Olympia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Opel Olympia would be higher. At 3,786 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Kia Sedona is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Kia Sedona (244 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 185 more horse power than 1968 Opel Olympia. (59 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Kia Sedona should accelerate faster than 1968 Opel Olympia.
Because 1968 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 1968 Opel Olympia. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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, 2007 Kia Sedona (343 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 257 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Opel Olympia. (86 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2007 Kia Sedona will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Opel Olympia. 2007 Kia Sedona has automatic transmission and 1968 Opel Olympia has manual transmission. 1968 Opel Olympia will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Kia Sedona will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Kia Sedona | 1968 Opel Olympia | |
| Make | Kia | Opel |
| Model | Sedona | Olympia |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1968 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3786 cc | 1078 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 244 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 343 Nm | 86 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.4:1 | 9.2:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 4190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1770 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2420 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 70 L |
