1960 Austin A 55 vs. 1999 Opel Omega
To start off, 1999 Opel Omega is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Austin A 55. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Austin A 55 would be higher. At 5,663 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 Opel Omega is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Opel Omega (311 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 260 more horse power than 1960 Austin A 55. (51 HP @ 4350 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Opel Omega should accelerate faster than 1960 Austin A 55. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Opel Omega weights approximately 528 kg more than 1960 Austin A 55. 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 Opel Omega (459 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 348 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Austin A 55. (111 Nm @ 2100 RPM). This means 1999 Opel Omega will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Austin A 55.
Compare all specifications:
1960 Austin A 55 | 1999 Opel Omega | |
Make | Austin | Opel |
Model | A 55 | Omega |
Year Released | 1960 | 1999 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1489 cc | 5663 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 51 HP | 311 HP |
Engine RPM | 4350 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 111 Nm | 459 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2100 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1122 kg | 1650 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4900 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2740 mm |