1959 Austin A 99 vs. 1986 Opel Omega
To start off, 1986 Opel Omega is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Austin A 99. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Austin A 99 would be higher. At 2,912 cc (6 cylinders), 1959 Austin A 99 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Austin A 99 (108 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 1986 Opel Omega. (87 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Austin A 99 should accelerate faster than 1986 Opel Omega. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Austin A 99 weights approximately 380 kg more than 1986 Opel Omega. 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, 1959 Austin A 99 (224 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 84 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Opel Omega. (140 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1959 Austin A 99 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Opel Omega.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Austin A 99 | 1986 Opel Omega | |
Make | Austin | Opel |
Model | A 99 | Omega |
Year Released | 1959 | 1986 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2912 cc | 1796 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 108 HP | 87 HP |
Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 224 Nm | 140 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Top Speed | 157 km/hour | 183 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1150 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4690 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2670 mm |