1956 Abarth 750 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 750. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Abarth 750 would be higher. At 2,962 cc (6 cylinders), 1994 Opel Omega is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Opel Omega (208 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 168 more horse power than 1956 Abarth 750. (40 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Opel Omega should accelerate faster than 1956 Abarth 750. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Opel Omega weights approximately 845 kg more than 1956 Abarth 750. 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 (270 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 215 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Abarth 750. (55 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1994 Opel Omega will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Abarth 750.
Compare all specifications:
1956 Abarth 750 | 1994 Opel Omega | |
Make | Abarth | Opel |
Model | 750 | Omega |
Year Released | 1956 | 1994 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 747 cc | 2962 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 40 HP | 208 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 55 Nm | 270 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 61 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 64 mm | 85 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 585 kg | 1430 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 4790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2740 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 27 L | 75 L |