1959 Abarth 1000 vs. 1999 Opel Omega
To start off, 1999 Opel Omega is newer by 40 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 2,196 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Opel Omega is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Opel Omega (142 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 1959 Abarth 1000. (88 HP @ 8000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Opel Omega should accelerate faster than 1959 Abarth 1000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Opel Omega weights approximately 1053 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, 1999 Opel Omega (209 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 112 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Abarth 1000. (97 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1999 Opel Omega will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Abarth 1000. 1999 Opel Omega has automatic transmission and 1959 Abarth 1000 has manual transmission. 1959 Abarth 1000 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1999 Opel Omega will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Abarth 1000 | 1999 Opel Omega | |
| Make | Abarth | Opel |
| Model | 1000 | Omega |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 998 cc | 2196 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 88 HP | 142 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 97 Nm | 209 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 58 mm | 94.6 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 200 km/hour | 210 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 680 kg | 1733 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3700 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2170 mm | 2850 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 75 L |
