1948 Austin A 110 vs. 2002 Opel Omega
To start off, 2002 Opel Omega is newer by 54 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1948 Austin A 110. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1948 Austin A 110 would be higher. At 3,990 cc (6 cylinders), 1948 Austin A 110 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Opel Omega (143 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1948 Austin A 110. (124 HP @ 3700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Opel Omega should accelerate faster than 1948 Austin A 110. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1948 Austin A 110 weights approximately 247 kg more than 2002 Opel Omega.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2002 Opel Omega (300 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 1948 Austin A 110. (287 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2002 Opel Omega will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1948 Austin A 110.
Compare all specifications:
1948 Austin A 110 | 2002 Opel Omega | |
Make | Austin | Opel |
Model | A 110 | Omega |
Year Released | 1948 | 2002 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3990 cc | 2497 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 124 HP | 143 HP |
Engine RPM | 3700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 287 Nm | 300 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87.3 mm | 80 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 111.1 mm | 82.8 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1980 kg | 1733 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 4900 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1550 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3040 mm | 2740 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 75 L |