1956 Austin A 35 vs. 1999 Opel Omega
To start off, 1999 Opel Omega is newer by 43 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Austin A 35. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Austin A 35 would be higher. At 2,171 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Opel Omega is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Opel Omega (123 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 89 more horse power than 1956 Austin A 35. (34 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Opel Omega should accelerate faster than 1956 Austin A 35. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Opel Omega weights approximately 921 kg more than 1956 Austin A 35. 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 (270 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 202 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Austin A 35. (68 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1999 Opel Omega will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Austin A 35.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Austin A 35 | 1999 Opel Omega | |
| Make | Austin | Opel |
| Model | A 35 | Omega |
| Year Released | 1956 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 946 cc | 2171 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 68 Nm | 270 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 62.9 mm | 84.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76.2 mm | 98 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.3:1 | 18.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 749 kg | 1670 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3470 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2030 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 26 L | 75 L |
