1954 Ford Popular 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 Ford Popular. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Ford Popular 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 @ 5400 RPM) has 116 more horse power than 1954 Ford Popular. (26 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Opel Omega should accelerate faster than 1954 Ford Popular. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Opel Omega weights approximately 998 kg more than 1954 Ford Popular. 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 @ 4000 RPM) has 146 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Ford Popular. (63 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1999 Opel Omega will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Ford Popular.

Compare all specifications:

1954 Ford Popular 1999 Opel Omega
Make Ford Opel
Model Popular Omega
Year Released 1954 1999
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1172 cc 2196 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 26 HP 142 HP
Engine RPM 4000 RPM 5400 RPM
Torque 63 Nm 209 Nm
Torque RPM 2400 RPM 4000 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Rear
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Vehicle Weight 735 kg 1733 kg
Vehicle Length 3880 mm 4900 mm
Vehicle Width 1440 mm 1780 mm
Vehicle Height 1630 mm 1460 mm
Wheelbase Size 2300 mm 2850 mm


 

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