1959 Abarth 1600 vs. 2000 Vauxhall Omega
To start off, 2000 Vauxhall Omega is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Abarth 1600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Abarth 1600 would be higher. At 2,196 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Vauxhall Omega is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Vauxhall Omega (142 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 1959 Abarth 1600. (89 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Vauxhall Omega should accelerate faster than 1959 Abarth 1600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Vauxhall Omega weights approximately 645 kg more than 1959 Abarth 1600. 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Abarth 1600 | 2000 Vauxhall Omega | |
| Make | Abarth | Vauxhall |
| Model | 1600 | Omega |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1588 cc | 2196 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 142 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 1605 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2740 mm |
