1957 Abarth 750 vs. 1999 Vauxhall Omega
To start off, 1999 Vauxhall Omega is newer by 42 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 5,665 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 Vauxhall Omega is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Vauxhall Omega (311 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 268 more horse power than 1957 Abarth 750. (43 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Vauxhall Omega should accelerate faster than 1957 Abarth 750. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Vauxhall Omega weights approximately 1115 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, 1999 Vauxhall Omega (459 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 401 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Abarth 750. (58 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1999 Vauxhall Omega will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Abarth 750. 1999 Vauxhall Omega has automatic transmission and 1957 Abarth 750 has manual transmission. 1957 Abarth 750 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1999 Vauxhall Omega will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1957 Abarth 750 | 1999 Vauxhall Omega | |
Make | Abarth | Vauxhall |
Model | 750 | Omega |
Year Released | 1957 | 1999 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 747 cc | 5665 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 43 HP | 311 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 58 Nm | 459 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 535 kg | 1650 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3300 mm | 4900 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1390 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2740 mm |