1952 Fiat 1900 vs. 1999 Opel Omega
To start off, 1999 Opel Omega is newer by 47 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1952 Fiat 1900. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1952 Fiat 1900 would be higher. At 2,196 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Opel Omega is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Opel Omega (142 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 90 more horse power than 1952 Fiat 1900. (52 HP @ 3700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Opel Omega should accelerate faster than 1952 Fiat 1900. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Opel Omega weights approximately 490 kg more than 1952 Fiat 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, 1999 Opel Omega (203 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 72 more torque (in Nm) than 1952 Fiat 1900. (131 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1999 Opel Omega will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1952 Fiat 1900.
Compare all specifications:
| 1952 Fiat 1900 | 1999 Opel Omega | |
| Make | Fiat | Opel |
| Model | 1900 | Omega |
| Year Released | 1952 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1901 cc | 2196 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 52 HP | 142 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3700 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 131 Nm | 203 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 94.6 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1175 kg | 1665 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 75 L |
