1959 Abarth 1000 vs. 1991 Opel Omega
To start off, 1991 Opel Omega is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Abarth 1000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Abarth 1000 would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1991 Opel Omega is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Opel Omega (110 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 1959 Abarth 1000. (88 HP @ 8000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1991 Opel Omega should accelerate faster than 1959 Abarth 1000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Opel Omega weights approximately 650 kg more than 1959 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, 1991 Opel Omega (162 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Abarth 1000. (97 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1991 Opel Omega will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Abarth 1000.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Abarth 1000 | 1991 Opel Omega | |
| Make | Abarth | Opel |
| Model | 1000 | Omega |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1991 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 998 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 88 HP | 110 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 97 Nm | 162 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 95 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 58 mm | 69.8 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 680 kg | 1330 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3700 mm | 4740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2170 mm | 2740 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 70 L |
