1949 Morris Minor vs. 1999 Opel Omega
To start off, 1999 Opel Omega is newer by 50 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1949 Morris Minor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1949 Morris Minor would be higher. At 2,962 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Opel Omega is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Opel Omega (208 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 181 more horse power than 1949 Morris Minor. (27 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Opel Omega should accelerate faster than 1949 Morris Minor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Opel Omega weights approximately 885 kg more than 1949 Morris Minor. 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. Let's talk about torque, 1999 Opel Omega (270 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 217 more torque (in Nm) than 1949 Morris Minor. (53 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1999 Opel Omega will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1949 Morris Minor.
Compare all specifications:
1949 Morris Minor | 1999 Opel Omega | |
Make | Morris | Opel |
Model | Minor | Omega |
Year Released | 1949 | 1999 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 916 cc | 2962 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 27 HP | 208 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 53 Nm | 270 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 790 kg | 1675 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3770 mm | 4900 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2190 mm | 2740 mm |