1951 Austin A 90 vs. 2000 Opel Omega
To start off, 2000 Opel Omega is newer by 49 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1951 Austin A 90. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1951 Austin A 90 would be higher. At 3,175 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Opel Omega is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Opel Omega (218 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 131 more horse power than 1951 Austin A 90. (87 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Opel Omega should accelerate faster than 1951 Austin A 90. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Opel Omega weights approximately 320 kg more than 1951 Austin A 90. 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, 2000 Opel Omega (290 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 1951 Austin A 90. (190 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2000 Opel Omega will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1951 Austin A 90. 2000 Opel Omega has automatic transmission and 1951 Austin A 90 has manual transmission. 1951 Austin A 90 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2000 Opel Omega will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1951 Austin A 90 | 2000 Opel Omega | |
| Make | Austin | Opel |
| Model | A 90 | Omega |
| Year Released | 1951 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2660 cc | 3175 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 87 HP | 218 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 290 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1390 kg | 1710 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2620 mm |
