1957 Lancia Appia vs. 1999 Opel Omega
To start off, 1999 Opel Omega is newer by 42 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Lancia Appia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Lancia Appia would be higher. At 2,597 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Opel Omega is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Opel Omega (180 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 128 more horse power than 1957 Lancia Appia. (52 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Opel Omega should accelerate faster than 1957 Lancia Appia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Opel Omega weights approximately 893 kg more than 1957 Lancia Appia. 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 (230 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 143 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Lancia Appia. (87 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1999 Opel Omega will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Lancia Appia.
Compare all specifications:
1957 Lancia Appia | 1999 Opel Omega | |
Make | Lancia | Opel |
Model | Appia | Omega |
Year Released | 1957 | 1999 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1091 cc | 2597 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 52 HP | 180 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 87 Nm | 230 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 68 mm | 83.2 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 79.6 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
Top Speed | 150 km/hour | 221 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 840 kg | 1733 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3990 mm | 4900 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1440 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1240 mm | 1550 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2840 mm |