2008 Hyundai Tiburon vs. 1969 Opel Olympia
To start off, 2008 Hyundai Tiburon 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 2,656 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Hyundai Tiburon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Hyundai Tiburon (172 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 114 more horse power than 1969 Opel Olympia. (58 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Hyundai Tiburon should accelerate faster 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 Hyundai Tiburon, 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 Hyundai Tiburon (245 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 162 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Opel Olympia. (83 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2008 Hyundai Tiburon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Opel Olympia.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Hyundai Tiburon | 1969 Opel Olympia | |
Make | Hyundai | Opel |
Model | Tiburon | Olympia |
Year Released | 2008 | 1969 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2656 cc | 1078 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 172 HP | 58 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 245 Nm | 83 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
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 | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4190 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1580 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2420 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 70 L |