1958 Abarth 500 vs. 2000 Opel Omega
To start off, 2000 Opel Omega is newer by 42 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Abarth 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Abarth 500 would be higher. At 2,198 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Opel Omega is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Opel Omega (142 HP) has 122 more horse power than 1958 Abarth 500. (20 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Opel Omega should accelerate faster than 1958 Abarth 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Opel Omega weights approximately 1288 kg more than 1958 Abarth 500. 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, 2000 Opel Omega (210 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 178 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Abarth 500. (32 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2000 Opel Omega will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Abarth 500.
Compare all specifications:
1958 Abarth 500 | 2000 Opel Omega | |
Make | Abarth | Opel |
Model | 500 | Omega |
Year Released | 1958 | 2000 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 479 cc | 2198 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 20 HP | 142 HP |
Torque | 32 Nm | 210 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 66 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 94.6 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 115 km/hour | 210 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 445 kg | 1733 kg |
Vehicle Length | 2980 mm | 4900 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1330 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 1850 mm | 2850 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 27 L | 75 L |