1958 Abarth 1000 vs. 1999 Vauxhall Omega
To start off, 1999 Vauxhall Omega is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Abarth 1000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Abarth 1000 would be higher. At 2,960 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Vauxhall Omega is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Vauxhall Omega (208 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 121 more horse power than 1958 Abarth 1000. (87 HP @ 8000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Vauxhall Omega should accelerate faster than 1958 Abarth 1000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Vauxhall Omega weights approximately 1030 kg more than 1958 Abarth 1000. 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 (270 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 174 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Abarth 1000. (96 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1999 Vauxhall Omega will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Abarth 1000.
Compare all specifications:
1958 Abarth 1000 | 1999 Vauxhall Omega | |
Make | Abarth | Vauxhall |
Model | 1000 | Omega |
Year Released | 1958 | 1999 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 996 cc | 2960 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 87 HP | 208 HP |
Engine RPM | 8000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 96 Nm | 270 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 680 kg | 1710 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3700 mm | 4900 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1510 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2170 mm | 2740 mm |