1954 Fiat 1100 vs. 1999 Opel Omega
To start off, 1999 Opel Omega is newer by 45 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Fiat 1100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Fiat 1100 would be higher. At 1,994 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Opel Omega is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Opel Omega (100 HP @ 4300 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 1954 Fiat 1100. (49 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Opel Omega should accelerate faster than 1954 Fiat 1100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Opel Omega weights approximately 880 kg more than 1954 Fiat 1100. 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 (209 Nm @ 1650 RPM) has 136 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Fiat 1100. (73 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 1999 Opel Omega will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Fiat 1100.
Compare all specifications:
1954 Fiat 1100 | 1999 Opel Omega | |
Make | Fiat | Opel |
Model | 1100 | Omega |
Year Released | 1954 | 1999 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1089 cc | 1994 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 49 HP | 100 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 4300 RPM |
Torque | 73 Nm | 209 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 1650 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 68 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 74.9 mm | 90 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 850 kg | 1730 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3970 mm | 4900 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1460 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1510 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2740 mm |