2008 Daihatsu Sirion vs. 1969 Opel Olympia
To start off, 2008 Daihatsu Sirion is newer by 39 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 1,078 cc (4 cylinders), 1969 Opel Olympia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Opel Olympia (58 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 2008 Daihatsu Sirion. (57 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1969 Opel Olympia should accelerate faster than 2008 Daihatsu Sirion. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Daihatsu Sirion weights approximately 110 kg more than 1969 Opel Olympia.
Because 1969 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 1969 Opel Olympia. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Daihatsu Sirion, 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, 2008 Daihatsu Sirion (88 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Opel Olympia. (83 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2008 Daihatsu Sirion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Opel Olympia.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Daihatsu Sirion | 1969 Opel Olympia | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Opel |
| Model | Sirion | Olympia |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1969 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 989 cc | 1078 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 57 HP | 58 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 88 Nm | 83 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 75.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 61 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.2:1 |
| 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 | 890 kg | 780 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3700 mm | 4190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2420 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 70 L |
