1951 Austin A 40 vs. 1999 Opel Omega
To start off, 1999 Opel Omega is newer by 48 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1951 Austin A 40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1951 Austin A 40 would be higher. At 5,663 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 Opel Omega is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Opel Omega (311 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 262 more horse power than 1951 Austin A 40. (49 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Opel Omega should accelerate faster than 1951 Austin A 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Opel Omega weights approximately 660 kg more than 1951 Austin A 40. 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 (459 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 376 more torque (in Nm) than 1951 Austin A 40. (83 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1999 Opel Omega will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1951 Austin A 40.
Compare all specifications:
1951 Austin A 40 | 1999 Opel Omega | |
Make | Austin | Opel |
Model | A 40 | Omega |
Year Released | 1951 | 1999 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1200 cc | 5663 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 49 HP | 311 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 83 Nm | 459 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 65.5 mm | 99 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 89 mm | 92 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 990 kg | 1650 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 4900 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2740 mm |