1949 Fiat 1500 vs. 2002 Opel Omega
To start off, 2002 Opel Omega is newer by 53 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1949 Fiat 1500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1949 Fiat 1500 would be higher. At 2,497 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Opel Omega is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Opel Omega (149 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 102 more horse power than 1949 Fiat 1500. (47 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Opel Omega should accelerate faster than 1949 Fiat 1500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Opel Omega weights approximately 533 kg more than 1949 Fiat 1500. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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. 2002 Opel Omega has automatic transmission and 1949 Fiat 1500 has manual transmission. 1949 Fiat 1500 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2002 Opel Omega will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1949 Fiat 1500 | 2002 Opel Omega | |
| Make | Fiat | Opel |
| Model | 1500 | Omega |
| Year Released | 1949 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1492 cc | 2497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 47 HP | 149 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 65 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 82.8 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1200 kg | 1733 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 75 L |
