1957 Fiat 1400 vs. 2001 Opel Omega
To start off, 2001 Opel Omega is newer by 44 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Fiat 1400. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Fiat 1400 would be higher. At 5,666 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 Opel Omega is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Opel Omega (101 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 1957 Fiat 1400. (53 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Opel Omega should accelerate faster than 1957 Fiat 1400. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Opel Omega weights approximately 133 kg more than 1957 Fiat 1400. 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, 2001 Opel Omega (447 Nm) has 359 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Fiat 1400. (88 Nm). This means 2001 Opel Omega will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Fiat 1400.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Fiat 1400 | 2001 Opel Omega | |
| Make | Fiat | Opel |
| Model | 1400 | Omega |
| Year Released | 1957 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1395 cc | 5666 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 101 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 88 Nm | 447 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 99.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 66 mm | 91.9 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1165 kg | 1298 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2840 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 60 L |
