1954 Fiat 1400 vs. 2005 Opel Omega
To start off, 2005 Opel Omega is newer by 51 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Fiat 1400. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Fiat 1400 would be higher. At 2,198 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Opel Omega is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Opel Omega (142 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 99 more horse power than 1954 Fiat 1400. (43 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Opel Omega should accelerate faster than 1954 Fiat 1400. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Opel Omega weights approximately 484 kg more than 1954 Fiat 1400. 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, 2005 Opel Omega (203 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 116 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Fiat 1400. (87 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 2005 Opel Omega will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Fiat 1400.
Compare all specifications:
1954 Fiat 1400 | 2005 Opel Omega | |
Make | Fiat | Opel |
Model | 1400 | Omega |
Year Released | 1954 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1395 cc | 2198 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 43 HP | 142 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 87 Nm | 203 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 66 mm | 94.6 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 6.7:1 | 10.5:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1130 kg | 1614 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4900 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2720 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 75 L |