2008 Hyundai Accent vs. 1967 Opel Olympia
To start off, 2008 Hyundai Accent is newer by 41 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 1,896 cc (4 cylinders), 1967 Opel Olympia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Hyundai Accent (110 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1967 Opel Olympia. (85 HP @ 5100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Hyundai Accent should accelerate faster than 1967 Opel Olympia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Hyundai Accent weights approximately 168 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, 2008 Hyundai Accent, 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, 1967 Opel Olympia (150 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Hyundai Accent. (145 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1967 Opel Olympia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Hyundai Accent.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Hyundai Accent | 1967 Opel Olympia | |
Make | Hyundai | Opel |
Model | Accent | Olympia |
Year Released | 2008 | 1967 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1599 cc | 1896 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 110 HP | 85 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5100 RPM |
Torque | 145 Nm | 150 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1058 kg | 890 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4050 mm | 4190 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1580 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2420 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 44 L |