1959 Austin A 40 vs. 2001 Opel Omega
To start off, 2001 Opel Omega is newer by 42 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Austin A 40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Austin A 40 would be higher. At 2,198 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Opel Omega is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Opel Omega (142 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 108 more horse power than 1959 Austin A 40. (34 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Opel Omega should accelerate faster than 1959 Austin A 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Opel Omega weights approximately 905 kg more than 1959 Austin A 40. 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, 2001 Opel Omega (209 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 141 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Austin A 40. (68 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2001 Opel Omega will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Austin A 40.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Austin A 40 | 2001 Opel Omega | |
Make | Austin | Opel |
Model | A 40 | Omega |
Year Released | 1959 | 2001 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 997 cc | 2198 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 34 HP | 142 HP |
Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 68 Nm | 209 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 62.9 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 76.2 mm | 94.6 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 760 kg | 1665 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3670 mm | 4900 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1510 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2130 mm | 2740 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 26 L | 75 L |