1957 Abarth 750 vs. 1986 Opel Omega
To start off, 1986 Opel Omega is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Abarth 750. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Abarth 750 would be higher. At 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 Opel Omega is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Opel Omega (87 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 1957 Abarth 750. (43 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1986 Opel Omega should accelerate faster than 1957 Abarth 750. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Opel Omega weights approximately 615 kg more than 1957 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, 1986 Opel Omega (140 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 82 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Abarth 750. (58 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1986 Opel Omega will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Abarth 750.
Compare all specifications:
1957 Abarth 750 | 1986 Opel Omega | |
Make | Abarth | Opel |
Model | 750 | Omega |
Year Released | 1957 | 1986 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 747 cc | 1796 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 43 HP | 87 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 58 Nm | 140 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 61 mm | 84.8 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 64 mm | 79.5 mm |
Top Speed | 150 km/hour | 183 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 535 kg | 1150 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3300 mm | 4690 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1390 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2670 mm |