1960 Abarth Coupe vs. 1999 Vauxhall Omega
To start off, 1999 Vauxhall Omega is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Abarth Coupe. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Abarth Coupe would be higher. At 2,962 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Vauxhall Omega is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Vauxhall Omega (208 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 161 more horse power than 1960 Abarth Coupe. (47 HP @ 5900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Vauxhall Omega should accelerate faster than 1960 Abarth Coupe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Vauxhall Omega weights approximately 1085 kg more than 1960 Abarth Coupe. 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 Vauxhall Omega (270 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 213 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Abarth Coupe. (57 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1999 Vauxhall Omega will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Abarth Coupe.
Compare all specifications:
1960 Abarth Coupe | 1999 Vauxhall Omega | |
Make | Abarth | Vauxhall |
Model | Coupe | Omega |
Year Released | 1960 | 1999 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 784 cc | 2962 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 47 HP | 208 HP |
Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 57 Nm | 270 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 590 kg | 1675 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3490 mm | 4900 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1350 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2740 mm |