2007 Kia Sportage vs. 1967 Opel Olympia
To start off, 2007 Kia Sportage is newer by 40 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 1,975 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Kia Sportage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Kia Sportage (139 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 66 more horse power than 1967 Opel Olympia. (73 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Kia Sportage should accelerate faster than 1967 Opel Olympia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Kia Sportage weights approximately 658 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, 2007 Kia Sportage, 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 Sportage (184 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 56 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Opel Olympia. (128 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 2007 Kia Sportage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Opel Olympia.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Kia Sportage | 1967 Opel Olympia | |
| Make | Kia | Opel |
| Model | Sportage | Olympia |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1967 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1975 cc | 1697 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 139 HP | 73 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 184 Nm | 128 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93.5 mm | 69.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.1:1 | 6.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1548 kg | 890 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 4190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2420 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 44 L |
