1954 Austin-Healey 100 vs. 2001 Opel Omega
To start off, 2001 Opel Omega is newer by 47 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Austin-Healey 100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Austin-Healey 100 would be higher. At 5,666 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 Opel Omega is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Opel Omega (101 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1954 Austin-Healey 100. (90 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Opel Omega should accelerate faster than 1954 Austin-Healey 100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Opel Omega weights approximately 353 kg more than 1954 Austin-Healey 100. 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, 2001 Opel Omega (447 Nm) has 303 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Austin-Healey 100. (144 Nm). This means 2001 Opel Omega will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Austin-Healey 100.
Compare all specifications:
| 1954 Austin-Healey 100 | 2001 Opel Omega | |
| Make | Austin-Healey | Opel |
| Model | 100 | Omega |
| Year Released | 1954 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2660 cc | 5666 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 101 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 144 Nm | 447 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.3 mm | 99.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 111.1 mm | 91.9 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 945 kg | 1298 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2840 mm |
