1953 Austin A 135 vs. 1999 Opel Omega
To start off, 1999 Opel Omega is newer by 46 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 Austin A 135. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 Austin A 135 would be higher. At 3,993 cc (6 cylinders), 1953 Austin A 135 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Opel Omega (142 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 1953 Austin A 135. (118 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Opel Omega should accelerate faster than 1953 Austin A 135. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1953 Austin A 135 weights approximately 495 kg more than 1999 Opel Omega.
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, 1953 Austin A 135 (251 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 48 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Opel Omega. (203 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1953 Austin A 135 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Opel Omega. 1999 Opel Omega has automatic transmission and 1953 Austin A 135 has manual transmission. 1953 Austin A 135 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1999 Opel Omega will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1953 Austin A 135 | 1999 Opel Omega | |
Make | Austin | Opel |
Model | A 135 | Omega |
Year Released | 1953 | 1999 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3993 cc | 2196 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 118 HP | 142 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 251 Nm | 203 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 2180 kg | 1685 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5470 mm | 4900 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1550 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3360 mm | 2640 mm |