1951 Austin A 70 vs. 2001 Opel Omega
To start off, 2001 Opel Omega is newer by 50 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1951 Austin A 70. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1951 Austin A 70 would be higher. At 2,200 cc (4 cylinders), 1951 Austin A 70 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Opel Omega (142 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 1951 Austin A 70. (63 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Opel Omega should accelerate faster than 1951 Austin A 70. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Opel Omega weights approximately 464 kg more than 1951 Austin A 70. 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1951 Austin A 70 | 2001 Opel Omega | |
| Make | Austin | Opel |
| Model | A 70 | Omega |
| Year Released | 1951 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2200 cc | 2198 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 63 HP | 142 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.4 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 111.1 mm | 94.6 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1270 kg | 1734 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2840 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 75 L |
