1956 Abarth 600 vs. 1994 Opel Omega
To start off, 1994 Opel Omega is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Abarth 600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Abarth 600 would be higher. At 2,498 cc (6 cylinders), 1994 Opel Omega is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Opel Omega (129 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 88 more horse power than 1956 Abarth 600. (41 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Opel Omega should accelerate faster than 1956 Abarth 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Opel Omega weights approximately 940 kg more than 1956 Abarth 600. 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, 1994 Opel Omega (250 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 196 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Abarth 600. (54 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1994 Opel Omega will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Abarth 600.
Compare all specifications:
1956 Abarth 600 | 1994 Opel Omega | |
Make | Abarth | Opel |
Model | 600 | Omega |
Year Released | 1956 | 1994 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 746 cc | 2498 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 41 HP | 129 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 54 Nm | 250 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 585 kg | 1525 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3300 mm | 4790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1390 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2740 mm |