1959 Holden FC vs. 1988 Opel Omega
To start off, 1988 Opel Omega is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Holden FC. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Holden FC would be higher. At 2,166 cc (6 cylinders), 1959 Holden FC is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Opel Omega (89 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 1959 Holden FC. (62 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Opel Omega should accelerate faster than 1959 Holden FC. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Opel Omega weights approximately 216 kg more than 1959 Holden FC. 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, 1988 Opel Omega (152 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Holden FC. (150 Nm @ 1400 RPM). This means 1988 Opel Omega will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Holden FC.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Holden FC | 1988 Opel Omega | |
Make | Holden | Opel |
Model | FC | Omega |
Year Released | 1959 | 1988 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2166 cc | 1796 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 62 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 150 Nm | 152 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 984 kg | 1200 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4740 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2740 mm |