1958 Abarth 1000 vs. 2004 Opel Omega
To start off, 2004 Opel Omega is newer by 46 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 2,198 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Opel Omega is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Opel Omega (142 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 1958 Abarth 1000. (87 HP @ 8000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Opel Omega should accelerate faster than 1958 Abarth 1000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Opel Omega weights approximately 985 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, 2004 Opel Omega (209 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 113 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Abarth 1000. (96 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2004 Opel Omega will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Abarth 1000. 2004 Opel Omega has automatic transmission and 1958 Abarth 1000 has manual transmission. 1958 Abarth 1000 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2004 Opel Omega will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 Abarth 1000 | 2004 Opel Omega | |
| Make | Abarth | Opel |
| Model | 1000 | Omega |
| Year Released | 1958 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Middle |
| Engine Size | 996 cc | 2198 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 87 HP | 142 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 96 Nm | 209 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 58 mm | 94.6 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 680 kg | 1665 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 |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 75 L |
