1951 Austin A 40 vs. 2005 Opel Omega
To start off, 2005 Opel Omega is newer by 54 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 2,198 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Opel Omega is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Opel Omega (142 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 93 more horse power than 1951 Austin A 40. (49 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Opel Omega should accelerate faster than 1951 Austin A 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Opel Omega weights approximately 624 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, 2005 Opel Omega (203 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 120 more torque (in Nm) than 1951 Austin A 40. (83 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2005 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 | 2005 Opel Omega | |
Make | Austin | Opel |
Model | A 40 | Omega |
Year Released | 1951 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1200 cc | 2198 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 49 HP | 142 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 83 Nm | 203 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 65.5 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 89 mm | 94.6 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 990 kg | 1614 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 4900 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2720 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 75 L |