1958 Lancia Aurelia 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 Lancia Aurelia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Lancia Aurelia would be higher. At 2,962 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Opel Omega is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Opel Omega (211 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 101 more horse power than 1958 Lancia Aurelia. (110 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Opel Omega should accelerate faster than 1958 Lancia Aurelia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Opel Omega weights approximately 706 kg more than 1958 Lancia Aurelia. 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 (270 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 84 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Lancia Aurelia. (186 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1999 Opel Omega will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Lancia Aurelia.
Compare all specifications:
1958 Lancia Aurelia | 1999 Opel Omega | |
Make | Lancia | Opel |
Model | Aurelia | Omega |
Year Released | 1958 | 1999 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2456 cc | 2962 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 110 HP | 211 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 186 Nm | 270 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 81.5 mm | 85 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.8:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1060 kg | 1766 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 4900 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1550 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2610 mm |