1960 Fairthorpe Electron 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 Fairthorpe Electron. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Fairthorpe Electron would be higher. At 2,498 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Opel Omega is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Opel Omega (123 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 81 more horse power than 1960 Fairthorpe Electron. (42 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Opel Omega should accelerate faster than 1960 Fairthorpe Electron. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Opel Omega weights approximately 1245 kg more than 1960 Fairthorpe Electron. 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 (251 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 185 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Fairthorpe Electron. (66 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1999 Opel Omega will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Fairthorpe Electron.
Compare all specifications:
1960 Fairthorpe Electron | 1999 Opel Omega | |
Make | Fairthorpe | Opel |
Model | Electron | Omega |
Year Released | 1960 | 1999 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 948 cc | 2498 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 42 HP | 123 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 66 Nm | 251 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 63 mm | 80 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 76 mm | 82.8 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 490 kg | 1735 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3360 mm | 4900 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1550 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2060 mm | 2640 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 75 L |