2009 Hyundai Santa Fe vs. 1969 Opel Olympia
To start off, 2009 Hyundai Santa Fe is newer by 40 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 2,188 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Hyundai Santa Fe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Hyundai Santa Fe (153 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 95 more horse power than 1969 Opel Olympia. (58 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Hyundai Santa Fe should accelerate faster than 1969 Opel Olympia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Hyundai Santa Fe weights approximately 1118 kg more than 1969 Opel Olympia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Hyundai Santa Fe is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1969 Opel Olympia. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Hyundai Santa Fe will offer significantly more control. 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, 2009 Hyundai Santa Fe (343 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 260 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Opel Olympia. (83 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2009 Hyundai Santa Fe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Opel Olympia.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Hyundai Santa Fe | 1969 Opel Olympia | |
Make | Hyundai | Opel |
Model | Santa Fe | Olympia |
Year Released | 2009 | 1969 |
Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2188 cc | 1078 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 153 HP | 58 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 343 Nm | 83 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 75.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 61 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 17.3:1 | 9.2:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1898 kg | 780 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4190 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1580 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2420 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 70 L |