1950 Alfa Romeo 1900 vs. 2001 Opel Omega
To start off, 2001 Opel Omega is newer by 51 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1950 Alfa Romeo 1900. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1950 Alfa Romeo 1900 would be higher. At 2,198 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Opel Omega is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Opel Omega (142 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 1950 Alfa Romeo 1900. (100 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Opel Omega should accelerate faster than 1950 Alfa Romeo 1900. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Opel Omega weights approximately 734 kg more than 1950 Alfa Romeo 1900. 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, 2001 Opel Omega (209 Nm) has 69 more torque (in Nm) than 1950 Alfa Romeo 1900. (140 Nm). This means 2001 Opel Omega will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1950 Alfa Romeo 1900.
Compare all specifications:
| 1950 Alfa Romeo 1900 | 2001 Opel Omega | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Opel |
| Model | 1900 | Omega |
| Year Released | 1950 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1883 cc | 2198 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 142 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 140 Nm | 209 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.6 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 94.6 mm |
| Top Speed | 171 km/hour | 210 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 1734 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2840 mm |
