1958 AC Aceca vs. 2001 Opel Omega
To start off, 2001 Opel Omega is newer by 43 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 AC Aceca. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 AC Aceca would be higher. At 5,666 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 Opel Omega is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1958 AC Aceca (123 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 2001 Opel Omega. (101 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1958 AC Aceca should accelerate faster than 2001 Opel Omega. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Opel Omega weights approximately 404 kg more than 1958 AC Aceca.
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 280 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 AC Aceca. (167 Nm). This means 2001 Opel Omega will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 AC Aceca.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 AC Aceca | 2001 Opel Omega | |
| Make | AC | Opel |
| Model | Aceca | Omega |
| Year Released | 1958 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1971 cc | 5666 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 101 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 447 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 66 mm | 99.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 96 mm | 91.9 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 894 kg | 1298 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2840 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 60 L |
