1948 Austin A 110 vs. 2005 Opel Omega
To start off, 2005 Opel Omega is newer by 57 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, 2005 Opel Omega (142 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 1948 Austin A 110. (124 HP @ 3700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 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 366 kg more than 2005 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, 1948 Austin A 110 (287 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 84 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Opel Omega. (203 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1948 Austin A 110 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Opel Omega.
Compare all specifications:
1948 Austin A 110 | 2005 Opel Omega | |
Make | Austin | Opel |
Model | A 110 | Omega |
Year Released | 1948 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3990 cc | 2198 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 124 HP | 142 HP |
Engine RPM | 3700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 287 Nm | 203 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87.3 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 111.1 mm | 94.6 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1980 kg | 1614 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 4900 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3040 mm | 2720 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 75 L |