1958 Austin A 95 vs. 1999 Opel Omega
To start off, 1999 Opel Omega is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Austin A 95. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Austin A 95 would be higher. At 2,639 cc (6 cylinders), 1958 Austin A 95 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Opel Omega (100 HP @ 4300 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1958 Austin A 95. (92 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Opel Omega should accelerate faster than 1958 Austin A 95. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Opel Omega weights approximately 374 kg more than 1958 Austin A 95. 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 (209 Nm @ 1650 RPM) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Austin A 95. (176 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1999 Opel Omega will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Austin A 95.
Compare all specifications:
1958 Austin A 95 | 1999 Opel Omega | |
Make | Austin | Opel |
Model | A 95 | Omega |
Year Released | 1958 | 1999 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2639 cc | 1994 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 92 HP | 100 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4300 RPM |
Torque | 176 Nm | 209 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1650 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 79.4 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 90 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1356 kg | 1730 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 4900 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1580 mm | 1510 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2740 mm |